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Patcham High School Catchment Area

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

Patcham High School is a community secondary school in Brighton, Brighton and Hove , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1099 pupils, and a capacity of 1125 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,099

Pupils

1,125

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Patcham High School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Patcham High School are allocated by Brighton and Hove 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: 98% 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 Brighton and Hove 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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Patcham High School — School Information

Full address
Ladies Mile Road, Brighton, BN1 8PB
Local authority
Brighton and Hove
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
23.8% of pupils
DfE URN
114608

Other Secondary Schools in Brighton

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Patcham High School

Is Patcham High School oversubscribed?

Patcham High School is operating close to its capacity of 1125 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Patcham High School?

Admission to Patcham High School is managed by Brighton and Hove. 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 Patcham High School cover?

Patcham High School is a secondary school in Brighton, Brighton and Hove, 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 Patcham High School?

Patcham High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.