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Prendergast School Catchment Area

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

Prendergast School is a academy converter secondary school in London, Lewisham , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1025 pupils, and a capacity of 1000 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,025

Pupils

1,000

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2013

Prendergast School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Prendergast School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Lewisham. 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: 1025 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1000 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 Lewisham 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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Prendergast School — School Information

Full address
Adelaide Avenue, Brockley, London, SE4 1LE
Local authority
Lewisham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Girls
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
19.8% of pupils
DfE URN
150319

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Frequently Asked Questions — Prendergast School

Is Prendergast School oversubscribed?

Yes — Prendergast School currently has 1025 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1000 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Prendergast School?

Admission to Prendergast School is managed by Lewisham. 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 Prendergast School cover?

Prendergast School is a secondary school in London, Lewisham, 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 Prendergast School?

Prendergast School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.