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Launceston College Catchment Area

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

Launceston College is a academy converter secondary school in Launceston, Cornwall , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1280 pupils, and a capacity of 1400 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,280

Pupils

1,400

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Launceston College Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 91% 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 Cornwall 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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Launceston College — School Information

Full address
Hurdon Road, Launceston, PL15 9JR
Local authority
Cornwall
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
22.2% of pupils
DfE URN
139155

Frequently Asked Questions — Launceston College

Is Launceston College oversubscribed?

Launceston College is operating close to its capacity of 1400 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Launceston College?

Admission to Launceston College is managed by Cornwall. 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 Launceston College cover?

Launceston College is a secondary school in Launceston, Cornwall, 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 Launceston College?

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