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Copleston High School Catchment Area

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

Copleston High School is a academy converter secondary school in Ipswich, Suffolk , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1937 pupils, and a capacity of 1780 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,937

Pupils

1,780

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Copleston High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Copleston 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: 1937 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1780 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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Copleston High School — School Information

Full address
Copleston Road, Ipswich, IP4 5HD
Local authority
Suffolk
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
18.1% of pupils
DfE URN
136827

Other Secondary Schools in Ipswich

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Copleston High School

Is Copleston High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Copleston High School currently has 1937 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1780 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Copleston High School?

Admission to Copleston 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 Copleston High School cover?

Copleston High School is a secondary school in Ipswich, Suffolk, 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 Copleston High School?

Copleston High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.