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Glenthorne High School Catchment Area

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

Glenthorne High School is a academy converter secondary school in Sutton , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1782 pupils, and a capacity of 1558 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,782

Pupils

1,558

Capacity

114%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Glenthorne High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Glenthorne High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Sutton. 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: 1782 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1558 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 Sutton 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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Glenthorne High School — School Information

Full address
Sutton Common Road, Sutton, SM3 9PS
Local authority
Sutton
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
13.4% of pupils
DfE URN
136914

Other Secondary Schools in Sutton

If Glenthorne High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Sutton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Glenthorne High School

Is Glenthorne High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Glenthorne High School currently has 1782 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1558 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Glenthorne High School?

Admission to Glenthorne High School is managed by Sutton. 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 Glenthorne High School cover?

Glenthorne High School is a secondary school in Sutton, 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 Glenthorne High School?

Glenthorne High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.