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Imberhorne School Catchment Area

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

Imberhorne School is a community secondary school in East Grinstead, West Sussex , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1573 pupils, and a capacity of 1688 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,573

Pupils

1,688

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Imberhorne School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Imberhorne School are allocated by West 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: 93% 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 West 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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Imberhorne School — School Information

Full address
Imberhorne Lane, East Grinstead, RH19 1QY
Local authority
West Sussex
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
11.2% of pupils
DfE URN
126088

Other Secondary Schools in East Grinstead

If Imberhorne School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in East Grinstead are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Imberhorne School

Is Imberhorne School oversubscribed?

Imberhorne School is operating close to its capacity of 1688 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Imberhorne School?

Admission to Imberhorne School is managed by West 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 Imberhorne School cover?

Imberhorne School is a secondary school in East Grinstead, West 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 Imberhorne School?

Imberhorne School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.