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Hall Mead School Catchment Area

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

Hall Mead School is a academy converter secondary school in Upminster, Havering , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1066 pupils, and a capacity of 982 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,066

Pupils

982

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

Hall Mead School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hall Mead School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Havering. 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: 1066 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 982 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 Havering 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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Hall Mead School — School Information

Full address
Marlborough Gardens, Upminster, RM14 1SF
Local authority
Havering
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
12.9% of pupils
DfE URN
137197

Other Secondary Schools in Upminster

If Hall Mead School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Upminster are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hall Mead School

Is Hall Mead School oversubscribed?

Yes — Hall Mead School currently has 1066 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 982 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Hall Mead School?

Admission to Hall Mead School is managed by Havering. 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 Hall Mead School cover?

Hall Mead School is a secondary school in Upminster, Havering, 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 Hall Mead School?

Hall Mead School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.