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Sidmouth College Catchment Area

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

Sidmouth College is a academy converter secondary school in Sidmouth, Devon , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 853 pupils, and a capacity of 900 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

853

Pupils

900

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Sidmouth College Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Sidmouth College sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Devon. 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: 95% 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 Devon 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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Sidmouth College — School Information

Full address
Primley Road, Sidmouth, EX10 9LG
Local authority
Devon
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
23.4% of pupils
DfE URN
149602

Frequently Asked Questions — Sidmouth College

Is Sidmouth College oversubscribed?

Sidmouth College is operating close to its capacity of 900 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Sidmouth College?

Admission to Sidmouth College is managed by Devon. 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 Sidmouth College cover?

Sidmouth College is a secondary school in Sidmouth, Devon, 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 Sidmouth College?

Sidmouth College was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.