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Ferndown Middle School Catchment Area

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

Ferndown Middle School is a academy converter middle deemed secondary school in Ferndown, Dorset , serving pupils aged 9–13, with 613 pupils, and a capacity of 600 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

9–13

Age range

613

Pupils

600

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Ferndown Middle School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ferndown Middle School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Dorset. 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: 613 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 600 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 Dorset 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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Ferndown Middle School — School Information

Full address
Peter Grant Way, Ferndown, BH22 9UP
Local authority
Dorset
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Middle deemed secondary
Age range
9–13 years
Free school meals
20.7% of pupils
DfE URN
148163

Other Middle deemed secondary Schools in Ferndown

If Ferndown Middle School is oversubscribed, these middle deemed secondary schools in Ferndown are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ferndown Middle School

Is Ferndown Middle School oversubscribed?

Yes — Ferndown Middle School currently has 613 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 600 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Ferndown Middle School?

Admission to Ferndown Middle School is managed by Dorset. 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 Ferndown Middle School cover?

Ferndown Middle School is a middle deemed secondary school in Ferndown, Dorset, serving pupils aged 9–13. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ferndown Middle School?

Ferndown Middle School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.