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Moulsham High School Catchment Area

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

Moulsham High School is a academy converter secondary school in Chelmsford, Essex , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1670 pupils, and a capacity of 1613 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,670

Pupils

1,613

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2020

Moulsham High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Moulsham High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Essex. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 1670 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1613 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Essex 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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Moulsham High School — School Information

Full address
Brian Close, Chelmsford, CM2 9ES
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
13% of pupils
DfE URN
136863

Other Secondary Schools in Chelmsford

If Moulsham High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Chelmsford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Moulsham High School

Is Moulsham High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Moulsham High School currently has 1670 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1613 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Moulsham High School?

Admission to Moulsham High School is managed by Essex. 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 Moulsham High School cover?

Moulsham High School is a secondary school in Chelmsford, Essex, 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 Moulsham High School?

Moulsham High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.