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Garth Hill College Catchment Area

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

Garth Hill College is a community secondary school in Bracknell, Bracknell Forest , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1474 pupils, and a capacity of 1550 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,474

Pupils

1,550

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Garth Hill College Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Garth Hill College are allocated by Bracknell Forest 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: 95% 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 Bracknell Forest 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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Garth Hill College — School Information

Full address
Bull Lane, Bracknell, RG42 2AD
Local authority
Bracknell Forest
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
20.6% of pupils
DfE URN
110069

Other Secondary Schools in Bracknell

If Garth Hill College is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bracknell are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Garth Hill College

Is Garth Hill College oversubscribed?

Garth Hill College is operating close to its capacity of 1550 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Garth Hill College?

Admission to Garth Hill College is managed by Bracknell Forest. 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 Garth Hill College cover?

Garth Hill College is a secondary school in Bracknell, Bracknell Forest, 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 Garth Hill College?

Garth Hill College was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.