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Oathall Community College Catchment Area

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

Oathall Community College is a community secondary school in Haywards Heath, West Sussex , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1303 pupils, and a capacity of 1350 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,303

Pupils

1,350

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Oathall Community College Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Oathall Community College are allocated by West Sussex 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: 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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Oathall Community College — School Information

Full address
Appledore Gardens, Lindfield, Haywards Heath, RH16 2AQ
Local authority
West Sussex
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
14.2% of pupils
DfE URN
126085

Other Secondary Schools in Haywards Heath

If Oathall Community College is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Haywards Heath are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Oathall Community College

Is Oathall Community College oversubscribed?

Oathall Community College is operating close to its capacity of 1350 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Oathall Community College?

Admission to Oathall Community 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 Oathall Community College cover?

Oathall Community College is a secondary school in Haywards Heath, West Sussex, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Oathall Community College?

Oathall Community College was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.