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Marylebone Boys' School Catchment Area

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

Marylebone Boys' School is a free s secondary school in London, Westminster , serving pupils aged 11-19, with 634 pupils, and a capacity of 950 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11-19

Age range

634

Pupils

950

Capacity

67%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Marylebone Boys' School Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for Marylebone Boys' School?

The catchment area for Marylebone Boys' School is the geographic zone Westminster uses to prioritise admissions when this secondary school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Westminster publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Secondary school places at Marylebone Boys' School are allocated by Westminster 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 Westminster before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Westminster catchment area documents →

Marylebone Boys' School: 950 places, 67% filled: places available

Marylebone Boys' School has a published admission number of 950 places. 634 pupils were enrolled in the most recent data, giving a fill rate of 67%. At 67% full, the school currently has headroom below its 950 place limit. Catchment distance criteria still apply when the school is oversubscribed, but at current demand levels, places have been available for applicants outside the immediate catchment area.

The fill-rate figure above reflects overall demand, but the school's intake also varies by community profile. 49.3% of pupils at Marylebone Boys' School are eligible for free school meals, above the national average of around 24%. This reflects the school's role in a higher-deprivation area of London.

To check whether your home address falls within the historical catchment boundary, use the postcode search tool on this site.

Westminster publishes its full admissions policy, including oversubscription criteria, the previous year's last-distance figures, and the appeals timetable, on the council's official admissions page. Find Westminster school admissions →

Marylebone Boys' School: School Information

Full address
North Wharf Road, London, W2 1QZ
Local authority
Westminster
School type
Free schools
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11-19 years
Gender
Boys
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
49.3% of pupils
DfE URN
140884

Other Secondary Schools in London

If Marylebone Boys' School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in London are the next closest alternatives.

Nearest secondary schools by distance

These are the secondary schools closest to Marylebone Boys' School by straight-line distance, including ones across a town or council boundary. Distance is not the same as being in catchment: always check each school's own admissions policy for its actual boundary.

Frequently Asked Questions: Marylebone Boys' School

What is the catchment area for Marylebone Boys' School?

The catchment area for Marylebone Boys' School is the geographic zone Westminster uses to prioritise admissions when this secondary school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Westminster publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Is Marylebone Boys' School oversubscribed?

Marylebone Boys' School has a capacity of 950 places and currently has 634 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Westminster.

What is the admissions policy for Marylebone Boys' School?

Admission to Marylebone Boys' School is managed by Westminster. 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 Marylebone Boys' School cover?

Marylebone Boys' School is a secondary school in London, Westminster, 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 Marylebone Boys' School?

Marylebone Boys' School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.

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