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Dormers Wells High School Catchment Area

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

Dormers Wells High School is a academy converter secondary school in Southall, Ealing , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1485 pupils, and a capacity of 1400 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,485

Pupils

1,400

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Dormers Wells High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Dormers Wells High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Ealing. 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: 1485 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1400 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 Ealing 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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Dormers Wells High School — School Information

Full address
Dormers Wells Lane, Southall, UB1 3HZ
Local authority
Ealing
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
31.8% of pupils
DfE URN
145348

Other Secondary Schools in Southall

If Dormers Wells High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Southall are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Dormers Wells High School

Is Dormers Wells High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Dormers Wells High School currently has 1485 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1400 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Dormers Wells High School?

Admission to Dormers Wells High School is managed by Ealing. 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 Dormers Wells High School cover?

Dormers Wells High School is a secondary school in Southall, Ealing, 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 Dormers Wells High School?

Dormers Wells High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.