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Derby High School Catchment Area

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

Derby High School is a other independent not applicable school in Derby , serving pupils aged 3–18, with 696 pupils, and a capacity of 735 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–18

Age range

696

Pupils

735

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Derby High School Catchment Area Information

Entry to Derby High School is selective — applicants must pass the relevant admissions test. Among qualifying applicants, Derby may use distance or catchment area as a tiebreaker when the school is oversubscribed. Check the admissions policy for how the selection and distance criteria interact.

Operating near capacity: 95% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The full admissions policy — including test registration dates, qualifying scores, and any distance criteria — is published by Derby before each admissions cycle. Verify your child's eligibility and your home address directly with the council.

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Derby High School — School Information

Full address
Hillsway, Littleover, Derby, DE23 3DT
Local authority
Derby
School type
Other independent school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
3–18 years
Religious character
Church of England
Admissions policy
Selective
DfE URN
113017

Other Not applicable Schools in Derby

If Derby High School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Derby are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Derby High School

Is Derby High School oversubscribed?

Derby High School is operating close to its capacity of 735 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Derby High School?

Derby High School is a selective school — admission requires passing the relevant admissions test. Derby publishes the full policy each year, including test dates, qualifying scores, and any distance tiebreaker.

What age range does Derby High School cover?

Derby High School is a not applicable school in Derby, serving pupils aged 3–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.