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Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School Catchment Area

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

Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School is a community secondary school in London, Islington , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 880 pupils, and a capacity of 900 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

880

Pupils

900

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School are allocated by Islington 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: 98% 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 Islington 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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Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School — School Information

Full address
Donegal Street, Islington, London, N1 9QG
Local authority
Islington
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Gender
Girls
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
58.3% of pupils
DfE URN
100457

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If Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in London are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School

Is Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School oversubscribed?

Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School is operating close to its capacity of 900 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School?

Admission to Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School is managed by Islington. 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 Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School cover?

Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School is a secondary school in London, Islington, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.