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New Mills School Catchment Area

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

New Mills School is a community secondary school in High Peak, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 680 pupils, and a capacity of 750 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

680

Pupils

750

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

New Mills School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at New Mills School are allocated by Derbyshire 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: 91% 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 Derbyshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Derbyshire catchment area documents →

New Mills School — School Information

Full address
Church Lane, New Mills, High Peak, SK22 4NR
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
27.8% of pupils
DfE URN
112936

Other Secondary Schools in High Peak

If New Mills School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in High Peak are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — New Mills School

Is New Mills School oversubscribed?

New Mills School is operating close to its capacity of 750 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for New Mills School?

Admission to New Mills School is managed by Derbyshire. 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 New Mills School cover?

New Mills School is a secondary school in High Peak, Derbyshire, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.