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Chesterton Community College Catchment Area

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

Chesterton Community College is a academy converter secondary school in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1129 pupils, and a capacity of 1100 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,129

Pupils

1,100

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Chesterton Community College Catchment Area Information

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

Currently oversubscribed: 1129 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1100 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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

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Chesterton Community College — School Information

Full address
Gilbert Road, Cambridge, CB4 3NY
Local authority
Cambridgeshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
17.1% of pupils
DfE URN
136887

Other Secondary Schools in Cambridge

If Chesterton Community College is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Cambridge are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Chesterton Community College

Is Chesterton Community College oversubscribed?

Yes — Chesterton Community College currently has 1129 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1100 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Chesterton Community College?

Admission to Chesterton Community College is managed by Cambridgeshire. 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 Chesterton Community College cover?

Chesterton Community College is a secondary school in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.