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Ratton School Catchment Area

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

Ratton School is a academy converter secondary school in Eastbourne, East Sussex , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1197 pupils, and a capacity of 1215 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,197

Pupils

1,215

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Ratton School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 99% 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 East Sussex 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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Ratton School — School Information

Full address
Park Avenue, Eastbourne, BN21 2XR
Local authority
East Sussex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
26% of pupils
DfE URN
138474

Other Secondary Schools in Eastbourne

If Ratton School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Eastbourne are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ratton School

Is Ratton School oversubscribed?

Ratton School is operating close to its capacity of 1215 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ratton School?

Admission to Ratton School is managed by East Sussex. 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 Ratton School cover?

Ratton School is a secondary school in Eastbourne, East Sussex, 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 Ratton School?

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