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Eggbuckland Community College Catchment Area

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

Eggbuckland Community College is a academy converter secondary school in Plymouth , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1031 pupils, and a capacity of 1100 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,031

Pupils

1,100

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2024

Eggbuckland Community College Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Eggbuckland Community College sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Plymouth. 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: 94% 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 Plymouth 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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Eggbuckland Community College — School Information

Full address
Westcott Close, Eggbuckland, Plymouth, PL6 5YB
Local authority
Plymouth
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
21.4% of pupils
DfE URN
140104

Other Secondary Schools in Plymouth

If Eggbuckland Community College is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Plymouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Eggbuckland Community College

Is Eggbuckland Community College oversubscribed?

Eggbuckland Community College is operating close to its capacity of 1100 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Eggbuckland Community College?

Admission to Eggbuckland Community College is managed by Plymouth. 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 Eggbuckland Community College cover?

Eggbuckland Community College is a secondary school in Plymouth, 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 Eggbuckland Community College?

Eggbuckland Community College was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.