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Kingsdale Foundation School Catchment Area

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

Kingsdale Foundation School is a academy converter secondary school in London, Southwark , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 2547 pupils, and a capacity of 1750 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–19

Age range

2,547

Pupils

1,750

Capacity

146%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

Kingsdale Foundation School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Kingsdale Foundation School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Southwark. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 2547 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1750 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 Southwark 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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Kingsdale Foundation School — School Information

Full address
Alleyn Park, Dulwich, London, SE21 8SQ
Local authority
Southwark
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
19.3% of pupils
DfE URN
136309

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If Kingsdale Foundation School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in London are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Kingsdale Foundation School

Is Kingsdale Foundation School oversubscribed?

Yes — Kingsdale Foundation School currently has 2547 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1750 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Kingsdale Foundation School?

Admission to Kingsdale Foundation School is managed by Southwark. 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 Kingsdale Foundation School cover?

Kingsdale Foundation School is a secondary school in London, Southwark, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Kingsdale Foundation School?

Kingsdale Foundation School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.