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Shenfield High School Catchment Area

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

Shenfield High School is a academy converter secondary school in Brentwood, Essex , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1524 pupils, and a capacity of 1499 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,524

Pupils

1,499

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Shenfield High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Shenfield High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Essex. 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: 1524 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1499 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 Essex 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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Shenfield High School — School Information

Full address
Alexander Lane, Shenfield, Brentwood, CM15 8RY
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
17.7% of pupils
DfE URN
137877

Other Secondary Schools in Brentwood

If Shenfield High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Brentwood are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Shenfield High School

Is Shenfield High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Shenfield High School currently has 1524 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1499 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Shenfield High School?

Admission to Shenfield High School is managed by Essex. 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 Shenfield High School cover?

Shenfield High School is a secondary school in Brentwood, Essex, 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 Shenfield High School?

Shenfield High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.