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Kings' School Catchment Area

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

Kings' School is a community secondary school in Winchester, Hampshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1780 pupils, and a capacity of 1800 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,780

Pupils

1,800

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Kings' School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Kings' 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.

Operating near capacity: 99% 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 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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Kings' School — School Information

Full address
Romsey Road, Winchester, SO22 5PN
Local authority
Hampshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
17.6% of pupils
DfE URN
116468

Other Secondary Schools in Winchester

If Kings' School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Winchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Kings' School

Is Kings' School oversubscribed?

Kings' School is operating close to its capacity of 1800 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Kings' School?

Admission to Kings' 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 Kings' School cover?

Kings' School is a secondary school in Winchester, 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 Kings' School?

Kings' School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.