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Chestnut Grove Academy Catchment Area

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

Chestnut Grove Academy is a academy converter secondary school in London, Wandsworth , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 1321 pupils, and a capacity of 1240 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–19

Age range

1,321

Pupils

1,240

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Chestnut Grove Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Chestnut Grove Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Wandsworth. 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: 1321 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1240 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 Wandsworth 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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Chestnut Grove Academy — School Information

Full address
Chestnut Grove, Balham, London, SW12 8JZ
Local authority
Wandsworth
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
27.2% of pupils
DfE URN
136883

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If Chestnut Grove Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in London are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Chestnut Grove Academy

Is Chestnut Grove Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Chestnut Grove Academy currently has 1321 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1240 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Chestnut Grove Academy?

Admission to Chestnut Grove Academy is managed by Wandsworth. 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 Chestnut Grove Academy cover?

Chestnut Grove Academy is a secondary school in London, Wandsworth, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Chestnut Grove Academy?

Chestnut Grove Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.