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Churchdown School Catchment Area

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

Churchdown School is a academy converter secondary school in Gloucester, Gloucestershire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1447 pupils, and a capacity of 1332 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,447

Pupils

1,332

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Churchdown School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Churchdown School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Gloucestershire. 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: 1447 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1332 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 Gloucestershire 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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Churchdown School — School Information

Full address
Winston Road, Churchdown, Gloucester, GL3 2RB
Local authority
Gloucestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
15.6% of pupils
DfE URN
137634

Other Secondary Schools in Gloucester

If Churchdown School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Gloucester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Churchdown School

Is Churchdown School oversubscribed?

Yes — Churchdown School currently has 1447 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1332 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Churchdown School?

Admission to Churchdown School is managed by Gloucestershire. 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 Churchdown School cover?

Churchdown School is a secondary school in Gloucester, Gloucestershire, 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 Churchdown School?

Churchdown School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.