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Severn Vale School Catchment Area

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

Severn Vale School is a academy converter secondary school in Gloucester, Gloucestershire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1347 pupils, and a capacity of 1325 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,347

Pupils

1,325

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2011

Severn Vale School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Severn Vale School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Gloucestershire. 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: 1347 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1325 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 Gloucestershire 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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Severn Vale School — School Information

Full address
School Lane, Quedgeley, Gloucester, GL2 4PR
Local authority
Gloucestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
21.8% of pupils
DfE URN
137298

Other Secondary Schools in Gloucester

If Severn Vale School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Gloucester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Severn Vale School

Is Severn Vale School oversubscribed?

Yes — Severn Vale School currently has 1347 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1325 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Severn Vale School?

Admission to Severn Vale School is managed by Gloucestershire. 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 Severn Vale School cover?

Severn Vale School is a secondary school in Gloucester, Gloucestershire, 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 Severn Vale School?

Severn Vale School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2011. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.