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Old Swinford Hospital Catchment Area

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

Old Swinford Hospital is a voluntary aided secondary school in Stourbridge, Dudley , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 947 pupils, and a capacity of 1200 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–18

Age range

947

Pupils

1,200

Capacity

79%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Old Swinford Hospital Catchment Area Information

Admission to Old Swinford Hospital is managed by Dudley and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

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

Find Dudley catchment area documents →

Old Swinford Hospital — School Information

Full address
Heath Lane, Stourbridge, DY8 1QX
Local authority
Dudley
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Religious character
Church of England
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
5.7% of pupils
DfE URN
103870

Other Secondary Schools in Stourbridge

If Old Swinford Hospital is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Stourbridge are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Old Swinford Hospital

Is Old Swinford Hospital oversubscribed?

Old Swinford Hospital has a capacity of 1200 places and currently has 947 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Dudley.

What is the admissions policy for Old Swinford Hospital?

Old Swinford Hospital uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Dudley before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Old Swinford Hospital cover?

Old Swinford Hospital is a secondary school in Stourbridge, Dudley, 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 Old Swinford Hospital?

Old Swinford Hospital was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.