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Durrington High School Catchment Area

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

Durrington High School is a academy converter secondary school in Worthing, West Sussex , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1606 pupils, and a capacity of 1650 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,606

Pupils

1,650

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Durrington High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Durrington High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with West Sussex. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 97% 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 West Sussex 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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Durrington High School — School Information

Full address
The Boulevard, Worthing, BN13 1JX
Local authority
West Sussex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
19.5% of pupils
DfE URN
140713

Other Secondary Schools in Worthing

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Durrington High School

Is Durrington High School oversubscribed?

Durrington High School is operating close to its capacity of 1650 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Durrington High School?

Admission to Durrington High School is managed by West Sussex. 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 Durrington High School cover?

Durrington High School is a secondary school in Worthing, West Sussex, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Durrington High School?

Durrington High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.