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Melksham Oak Community School Catchment Area

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

Melksham Oak Community School is a academy converter secondary school in Melksham, Wiltshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1134 pupils, and a capacity of 1427 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–18

Age range

1,134

Pupils

1,427

Capacity

79%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Melksham Oak Community School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Melksham Oak Community 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.

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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Melksham Oak Community School — School Information

Full address
Bowerhill, Melksham, SN12 6QZ
Local authority
Wiltshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Free school meals
22.3% of pupils
DfE URN
146344

Frequently Asked Questions — Melksham Oak Community School

Is Melksham Oak Community School oversubscribed?

Melksham Oak Community School has a capacity of 1427 places and currently has 1134 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Wiltshire.

What is the admissions policy for Melksham Oak Community School?

Admission to Melksham Oak Community 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 Melksham Oak Community School cover?

Melksham Oak Community School is a secondary school in Melksham, 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 Melksham Oak Community School?

Melksham Oak Community School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.