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Claydon High School Catchment Area

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

Claydon High School is a academy converter secondary school in Ipswich, Suffolk , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 771 pupils, and a capacity of 675 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

771

Pupils

675

Capacity

114%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Claydon High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Claydon High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Suffolk. 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: 771 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 675 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 Suffolk 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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Claydon High School — School Information

Full address
Church Lane, Claydon, Ipswich, IP6 0EG
Local authority
Suffolk
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
19.6% of pupils
DfE URN
144214

Other Secondary Schools in Ipswich

If Claydon High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Ipswich are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Claydon High School

Is Claydon High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Claydon High School currently has 771 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 675 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Claydon High School?

Admission to Claydon High School is managed by Suffolk. 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 Claydon High School cover?

Claydon High School is a secondary school in Ipswich, Suffolk, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Claydon High School?

Claydon High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.