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Old Buckenham High School Catchment Area

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

Old Buckenham High School is a academy converter secondary school in Attleborough, Norfolk , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 497 pupils, and a capacity of 575 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–16

Age range

497

Pupils

575

Capacity

86%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Old Buckenham High School Catchment Area Information

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

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Norfolk before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Norfolk catchment area documents →

Old Buckenham High School — School Information

Full address
Abbey Road, Old Buckenham, Attleborough, NR17 1RL
Local authority
Norfolk
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
23.9% of pupils
DfE URN
146144

Other Secondary Schools in Attleborough

If Old Buckenham High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Attleborough are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Old Buckenham High School

Is Old Buckenham High School oversubscribed?

Old Buckenham High School has a capacity of 575 places and currently has 497 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Norfolk.

What is the admissions policy for Old Buckenham High School?

Admission to Old Buckenham High School is managed by Norfolk. 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 Old Buckenham High School cover?

Old Buckenham High School is a secondary school in Attleborough, Norfolk, 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 Old Buckenham High School?

Old Buckenham High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.