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Orleans Park School Catchment Area

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

Orleans Park School is a academy converter secondary school in Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1394 pupils, and a capacity of 1360 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,394

Pupils

1,360

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2018

Orleans Park School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Orleans Park School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Richmond upon Thames. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 1394 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1360 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 Richmond upon Thames 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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Orleans Park School — School Information

Full address
Richmond Road, Twickenham, TW1 3BB
Local authority
Richmond upon Thames
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
7.6% of pupils
DfE URN
138651

Other Secondary Schools in Twickenham

If Orleans Park School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Twickenham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Orleans Park School

Is Orleans Park School oversubscribed?

Yes — Orleans Park School currently has 1394 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1360 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Orleans Park School?

Admission to Orleans Park School is managed by Richmond upon Thames. 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 Orleans Park School cover?

Orleans Park School is a secondary school in Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames, 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 Orleans Park School?

Orleans Park School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.