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Merefield School Catchment Area

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

Merefield School is an academy special converter not applicable school in Southport, Sefton , serving pupils aged 3-19, and a capacity of 116 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby not applicable schools below.

3-19

Age range

116

Capacity

Merefield School Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for Merefield School?

The catchment area for Merefield School is the geographic zone Sefton uses to prioritise admissions when this not applicable 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. Sefton publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

As an academy, Merefield School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Sefton. 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 Sefton 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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Merefield School: School Information

Full address
Westminster Drive, Southport, PR8 2QZ
Local authority
Sefton
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
3-19 years
DfE URN
152092

Other Not applicable Schools in Southport

If Merefield School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Southport are the next closest alternatives.

Nearest not applicable schools by distance

These are the not applicable schools closest to Merefield 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: Merefield School

What is the catchment area for Merefield School?

The catchment area for Merefield School is the geographic zone Sefton uses to prioritise admissions when this not applicable 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. Sefton publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Is Merefield School oversubscribed?

Merefield School has a capacity of 116 places. For the most up-to-date data, check with Sefton.

What is the admissions policy for Merefield School?

Admission to Merefield School is managed by Sefton. 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 Merefield School cover?

Merefield School is a not applicable school in Southport, Sefton, serving pupils aged 3-19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

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