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Frederick Gough School Catchment Area

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

Frederick Gough School is a community secondary school in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1333 pupils, and a capacity of 1345 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,333

Pupils

1,345

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Frederick Gough School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Frederick Gough School are allocated by North Lincolnshire 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: 99% 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 North Lincolnshire 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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Frederick Gough School — School Information

Full address
Grange Lane South, Bottesford, Scunthorpe, DN16 3NG
Local authority
North Lincolnshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
28.5% of pupils
DfE URN
118097

Other Secondary Schools in Scunthorpe

If Frederick Gough School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Scunthorpe are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Frederick Gough School

Is Frederick Gough School oversubscribed?

Frederick Gough School is operating close to its capacity of 1345 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Frederick Gough School?

Admission to Frederick Gough School is managed by North Lincolnshire. 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 Frederick Gough School cover?

Frederick Gough School is a secondary school in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, 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 Frederick Gough School?

Frederick Gough School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.