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John Hanson Community School Catchment Area

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

John Hanson Community School is a community secondary school in Andover, Hampshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 993 pupils, and a capacity of 980 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

993

Pupils

980

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

John Hanson Community School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at John Hanson Community School are allocated by Hampshire 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 993 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 980 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 Hampshire 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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John Hanson Community School — School Information

Full address
Floral Way, Andover, SP10 3PB
Local authority
Hampshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
18.1% of pupils
DfE URN
116405

Other Secondary Schools in Andover

If John Hanson Community School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Andover are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — John Hanson Community School

Is John Hanson Community School oversubscribed?

Yes — John Hanson Community School currently has 993 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 980 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for John Hanson Community School?

Admission to John Hanson Community School is managed by Hampshire. 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 John Hanson Community School cover?

John Hanson Community School is a secondary school in Andover, Hampshire, 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 John Hanson Community School?

John Hanson Community School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.