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Guildford County School Catchment Area

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

Guildford County School is a academy converter secondary school in Guildford, Surrey , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1190 pupils, and a capacity of 1187 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,190

Pupils

1,187

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2017

Guildford County School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Guildford County School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Surrey. 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: 1190 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1187 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 Surrey 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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Guildford County School — School Information

Full address
Farnham Road, Guildford, GU2 4LU
Local authority
Surrey
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
8.3% of pupils
DfE URN
139193

Other Secondary Schools in Guildford

If Guildford County School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Guildford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Guildford County School

Is Guildford County School oversubscribed?

Yes — Guildford County School currently has 1190 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1187 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Guildford County School?

Admission to Guildford County School is managed by Surrey. 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 Guildford County School cover?

Guildford County School is a secondary school in Guildford, Surrey, 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 Guildford County School?

Guildford County School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.