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Oriel High School Catchment Area

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

Oriel High School is a community secondary school in Crawley, West Sussex , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1478 pupils, and a capacity of 1450 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,478

Pupils

1,450

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Oriel High School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Oriel High School 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 1478 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1450 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 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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Oriel High School — School Information

Full address
Matthews Drive, Maidenbower, Crawley, RH10 7XW
Local authority
West Sussex
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
13.9% of pupils
DfE URN
134042

Other Secondary Schools in Crawley

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Oriel High School

Is Oriel High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Oriel High School currently has 1478 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1450 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Oriel High School?

Admission to Oriel High School 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 Oriel High School cover?

Oriel High School is a secondary school in Crawley, West Sussex, 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 Oriel High School?

Oriel High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.