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Lode Heath School Catchment Area

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

Lode Heath School is a academy converter secondary school in Solihull , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1155 pupils, and a capacity of 1115 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,155

Pupils

1,115

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Lode Heath School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Lode Heath School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Solihull. 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: 1155 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1115 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 Solihull 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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Lode Heath School — School Information

Full address
Lode Lane, Solihull, B91 2HW
Local authority
Solihull
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
23.8% of pupils
DfE URN
137008

Other Secondary Schools in Solihull

If Lode Heath School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Solihull are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Lode Heath School

Is Lode Heath School oversubscribed?

Yes — Lode Heath School currently has 1155 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1115 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Lode Heath School?

Admission to Lode Heath School is managed by Solihull. 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 Lode Heath School cover?

Lode Heath School is a secondary school in Solihull, 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 Lode Heath School?

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