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Heathfield Community College Catchment Area

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

Heathfield Community College is a community secondary school in Heathfield, East Sussex , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1437 pupils, and a capacity of 1500 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,437

Pupils

1,500

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Heathfield Community College Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Heathfield Community College are allocated by East Sussex 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: 96% 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 East Sussex 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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Heathfield Community College — School Information

Full address
Cade Street, Heathfield, TN21 8RJ
Local authority
East Sussex
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
15.1% of pupils
DfE URN
114587

Frequently Asked Questions — Heathfield Community College

Is Heathfield Community College oversubscribed?

Heathfield Community College is operating close to its capacity of 1500 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Heathfield Community College?

Admission to Heathfield Community College is managed by East Sussex. 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 Heathfield Community College cover?

Heathfield Community College is a secondary school in Heathfield, East Sussex, 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 Heathfield Community College?

Heathfield Community College was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.