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Southborough High School Catchment Area

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

Southborough High School is a academy converter secondary school in Surbiton, Kingston upon Thames , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 928 pupils, and a capacity of 915 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

928

Pupils

915

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Southborough High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Southborough High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Kingston upon Thames. 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: 928 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 915 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 Kingston upon Thames 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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Southborough High School — School Information

Full address
Hook Road, Surbiton, KT6 5AS
Local authority
Kingston upon Thames
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Boys
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
20.9% of pupils
DfE URN
137917

Other Secondary Schools in Surbiton

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Southborough High School

Is Southborough High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Southborough High School currently has 928 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 915 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Southborough High School?

Admission to Southborough High School is managed by Kingston upon Thames. 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 Southborough High School cover?

Southborough High School is a secondary school in Surbiton, Kingston upon Thames, 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 Southborough High School?

Southborough High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.