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Sackville School Catchment Area

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

Sackville School is a community secondary school in East Grinstead, West Sussex , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1599 pupils, and a capacity of 1642 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,599

Pupils

1,642

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Sackville School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Sackville School are allocated by West Sussex 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: 97% 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 West Sussex before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find West Sussex catchment area documents →

Sackville School — School Information

Full address
Lewes Road, East Grinstead, RH19 3TY
Local authority
West Sussex
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
13.3% of pupils
DfE URN
126089

Other Secondary Schools in East Grinstead

If Sackville School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in East Grinstead are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Sackville School

Is Sackville School oversubscribed?

Sackville School is operating close to its capacity of 1642 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Sackville School?

Admission to Sackville School is managed by West 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 Sackville School cover?

Sackville School is a secondary school in East Grinstead, West Sussex, 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 Sackville School?

Sackville School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.