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Morpeth School Catchment Area

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

Morpeth School is a community secondary school in London, Tower Hamlets , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1513 pupils, and a capacity of 1600 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,513

Pupils

1,600

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Morpeth School Catchment Area Information

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

Find Tower Hamlets catchment area documents →

Morpeth School — School Information

Full address
Portman Place, Bethnal Green, London, E2 0PX
Local authority
Tower Hamlets
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
49.9% of pupils
DfE URN
100967

Other Secondary Schools in London

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Morpeth School

Is Morpeth School oversubscribed?

Morpeth School is operating close to its capacity of 1600 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Morpeth School?

Admission to Morpeth School is managed by Tower Hamlets. 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 Morpeth School cover?

Morpeth School is a secondary school in London, Tower Hamlets, 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 Morpeth School?

Morpeth School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.