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Mayfield School Catchment Area

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

Mayfield School is a foundation secondary school in Dagenham, Redbridge , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1845 pupils, and a capacity of 1940 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,845

Pupils

1,940

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Mayfield School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Mayfield School are allocated by Redbridge 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.

Operating near capacity: 95% 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 Redbridge before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Redbridge catchment area documents →

Mayfield School — School Information

Full address
Pedley Road, Dagenham, RM8 1XE
Local authority
Redbridge
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
36.5% of pupils
DfE URN
102858

Other Secondary Schools in Dagenham

If Mayfield School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Dagenham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Mayfield School

Is Mayfield School oversubscribed?

Mayfield School is operating close to its capacity of 1940 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Mayfield School?

Admission to Mayfield School is managed by Redbridge. 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 Mayfield School cover?

Mayfield School is a secondary school in Dagenham, Redbridge, 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 Mayfield School?

Mayfield School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.