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Cove School Catchment Area

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

Cove School is a foundation secondary school in Farnborough, Hampshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1010 pupils, and a capacity of 1050 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,010

Pupils

1,050

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Cove School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Cove School are allocated by Hampshire using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Operating near capacity: 96% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Hampshire 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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Cove School — School Information

Full address
St John's Road, Cove, Farnborough, GU14 9RN
Local authority
Hampshire
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
27.3% of pupils
DfE URN
116446

Other Secondary Schools in Farnborough

If Cove School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Farnborough are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cove School

Is Cove School oversubscribed?

Cove School is operating close to its capacity of 1050 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Cove School?

Admission to Cove School is managed by Hampshire. 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 Cove School cover?

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