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Priestlands School Catchment Area

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

Priestlands School is a academy converter secondary school in Lymington, Hampshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1236 pupils, and a capacity of 1215 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,236

Pupils

1,215

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Priestlands School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Priestlands School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Hampshire. 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: 1236 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1215 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 Hampshire 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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Priestlands School — School Information

Full address
North Street, Pennington, Lymington, SO41 8FZ
Local authority
Hampshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
19.8% of pupils
DfE URN
137129

Frequently Asked Questions — Priestlands School

Is Priestlands School oversubscribed?

Yes — Priestlands School currently has 1236 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1215 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Priestlands School?

Admission to Priestlands School is managed by Hampshire. 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 Priestlands School cover?

Priestlands School is a secondary school in Lymington, Hampshire, 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 Priestlands School?

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