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Comberton Village College Catchment Area

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

Comberton Village College is a academy converter secondary school in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1962 pupils, and a capacity of 1700 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,962

Pupils

1,700

Capacity

115%

Fill rate

Comberton Village College Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Comberton Village 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: 1962 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1700 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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Comberton Village College — School Information

Full address
West Street, Comberton, Cambridge, CB23 7DU
Local authority
Cambridgeshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
11.9% of pupils
DfE URN
136463

Other Secondary Schools in Cambridge

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Comberton Village College

Is Comberton Village College oversubscribed?

Yes — Comberton Village College currently has 1962 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1700 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Comberton Village College?

Admission to Comberton Village 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 Comberton Village College cover?

Comberton Village 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.