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Hanley Castle High School Catchment Area

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

Hanley Castle High School is a academy converter secondary school in Worcester, Worcestershire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1100 pupils, and a capacity of 1009 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,100

Pupils

1,009

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Hanley Castle High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hanley Castle High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Worcestershire. 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: 1100 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1009 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 Worcestershire 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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Hanley Castle High School — School Information

Full address
Church End, Hanley Castle, Worcester, WR8 0BL
Local authority
Worcestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
14.5% of pupils
DfE URN
137101

Other Secondary Schools in Worcester

If Hanley Castle High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Worcester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hanley Castle High School

Is Hanley Castle High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Hanley Castle High School currently has 1100 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1009 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Hanley Castle High School?

Admission to Hanley Castle High School is managed by Worcestershire. 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 Hanley Castle High School cover?

Hanley Castle High School is a secondary school in Worcester, Worcestershire, 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 Hanley Castle High School?

Hanley Castle High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.