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Malmesbury School Catchment Area

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

Malmesbury School is a academy converter secondary school in Malmesbury, Wiltshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1465 pupils, and a capacity of 1384 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,465

Pupils

1,384

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Malmesbury School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Malmesbury School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Wiltshire. 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: 1465 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1384 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 Wiltshire 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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Malmesbury School — School Information

Full address
Corn Gastons, Malmesbury, SN16 0DF
Local authority
Wiltshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
13.8% of pupils
DfE URN
137308

Frequently Asked Questions — Malmesbury School

Is Malmesbury School oversubscribed?

Yes — Malmesbury School currently has 1465 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1384 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Malmesbury School?

Admission to Malmesbury School is managed by Wiltshire. 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 Malmesbury School cover?

Malmesbury School is a secondary school in Malmesbury, Wiltshire, 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 Malmesbury School?

Malmesbury School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.