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Chenderit School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Chenderit School is a academy converter secondary school in Banbury, West Northamptonshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1093 pupils, and a capacity of 1178 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,093

Pupils

1,178

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Chenderit School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Chenderit School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with West Northamptonshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 93% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by West Northamptonshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find West Northamptonshire catchment area documents →

Chenderit School — School Information

Full address
Archery Road, Middleton Cheney, Banbury, OX17 2QR
Local authority
West Northamptonshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
14.2% of pupils
DfE URN
137878

Other Secondary Schools in Banbury

If Chenderit School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Banbury are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Chenderit School

Is Chenderit School oversubscribed?

Chenderit School is operating close to its capacity of 1178 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Chenderit School?

Admission to Chenderit School is managed by West Northamptonshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Chenderit School cover?

Chenderit School is a secondary school in Banbury, West Northamptonshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Chenderit School?

Chenderit School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.