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Seaford Head School Catchment Area

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

Seaford Head School is a academy converter secondary school in Seaford, East Sussex , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1448 pupils, and a capacity of 1555 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,448

Pupils

1,555

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2017

Seaford Head School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Seaford Head 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: 93% 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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Seaford Head School — School Information

Full address
Arundel Road, Seaford, BN25 4LX
Local authority
East Sussex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
19.2% of pupils
DfE URN
138473

Frequently Asked Questions — Seaford Head School

Is Seaford Head School oversubscribed?

Seaford Head School is operating close to its capacity of 1555 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Seaford Head School?

Admission to Seaford Head 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 Seaford Head School cover?

Seaford Head School is a secondary school in Seaford, East 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 Seaford Head School?

Seaford Head School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.