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Longhill High School Catchment Area

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

Longhill High School is a community secondary school in Brighton, Brighton and Hove , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 723 pupils, and a capacity of 1200 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–16

Age range

723

Pupils

1,200

Capacity

60%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2024

Longhill High School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Longhill High School are allocated by Brighton and Hove 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.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Brighton and Hove before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Brighton and Hove catchment area documents →

Longhill High School — School Information

Full address
Falmer Road, Rottingdean, Brighton, BN2 7FR
Local authority
Brighton and Hove
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
43.8% of pupils
DfE URN
114581

Other Secondary Schools in Brighton

If Longhill High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Brighton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Longhill High School

Is Longhill High School oversubscribed?

Longhill High School has a capacity of 1200 places and currently has 723 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Brighton and Hove.

What is the admissions policy for Longhill High School?

Admission to Longhill High School is managed by Brighton and Hove. 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 Longhill High School cover?

Longhill High School is a secondary school in Brighton, Brighton and Hove, 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 Longhill High School?

Longhill High School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.