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Harris Academy Clapham Catchment Area

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

Harris Academy Clapham is a free s secondary school in London, Lambeth , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 891 pupils, and a capacity of 975 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

891

Pupils

975

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Harris Academy Clapham Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Harris Academy Clapham are allocated by Lambeth 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: 91% 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 Lambeth 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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Harris Academy Clapham — School Information

Full address
Clarence Avenue, London, SW4 8LD
Local authority
Lambeth
School type
Free schools
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
61.3% of pupils
DfE URN
147543

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Frequently Asked Questions — Harris Academy Clapham

Is Harris Academy Clapham oversubscribed?

Harris Academy Clapham is operating close to its capacity of 975 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Harris Academy Clapham?

Admission to Harris Academy Clapham is managed by Lambeth. 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 Harris Academy Clapham cover?

Harris Academy Clapham is a secondary school in London, Lambeth, 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 Harris Academy Clapham?

Harris Academy Clapham was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.