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Midhurst Rother College Catchment Area

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

Midhurst Rother College is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Midhurst, West Sussex , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1158 pupils, and a capacity of 1200 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,158

Pupils

1,200

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Midhurst Rother College Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Midhurst Rother College sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with West Sussex. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 97% 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 West Sussex 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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Midhurst Rother College — School Information

Full address
North Street, Midhurst, GU29 9DT
Local authority
West Sussex
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
14.6% of pupils
DfE URN
135760

Frequently Asked Questions — Midhurst Rother College

Is Midhurst Rother College oversubscribed?

Midhurst Rother College is operating close to its capacity of 1200 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Midhurst Rother College?

Admission to Midhurst Rother College is managed by West Sussex. 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 Midhurst Rother College cover?

Midhurst Rother College is a secondary school in Midhurst, West Sussex, 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 Midhurst Rother College?

Midhurst Rother College was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.