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Farmor's School Catchment Area

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

Farmor's School is a academy converter secondary school in Fairford, Gloucestershire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1042 pupils, and a capacity of 1012 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,042

Pupils

1,012

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2021

Farmor's School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Farmor's School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Gloucestershire. 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: 1042 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1012 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 Gloucestershire 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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Farmor's School — School Information

Full address
The Park, Fairford, GL7 4JQ
Local authority
Gloucestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
10.9% of pupils
DfE URN
137097

Frequently Asked Questions — Farmor's School

Is Farmor's School oversubscribed?

Yes — Farmor's School currently has 1042 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1012 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Farmor's School?

Admission to Farmor's School is managed by Gloucestershire. 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 Farmor's School cover?

Farmor's School is a secondary school in Fairford, Gloucestershire, 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 Farmor's School?

Farmor's School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2021. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.