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Queensmead School Catchment Area

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

Queensmead School is a academy converter secondary school in Ruislip, Hillingdon , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1499 pupils, and a capacity of 1476 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,499

Pupils

1,476

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Queensmead School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Queensmead School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Hillingdon. 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: 1499 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1476 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 Hillingdon 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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Queensmead School — School Information

Full address
Queens Walk, Ruislip, HA4 0LS
Local authority
Hillingdon
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
21.3% of pupils
DfE URN
136711

Other Secondary Schools in Ruislip

If Queensmead School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Ruislip are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Queensmead School

Is Queensmead School oversubscribed?

Yes — Queensmead School currently has 1499 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1476 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Queensmead School?

Admission to Queensmead School is managed by Hillingdon. 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 Queensmead School cover?

Queensmead School is a secondary school in Ruislip, Hillingdon, 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 Queensmead School?

Queensmead School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.