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Springwood High School Catchment Area

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

Springwood High School is a academy converter secondary school in King's Lynn, Norfolk , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1957 pupils, and a capacity of 1740 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,957

Pupils

1,740

Capacity

112%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Springwood High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Springwood High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Norfolk. 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: 1957 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1740 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 Norfolk 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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Springwood High School — School Information

Full address
Queensway, Gaywood, King's Lynn, PE30 4AW
Local authority
Norfolk
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
17.1% of pupils
DfE URN
136515

Other Secondary Schools in King's Lynn

If Springwood High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in King's Lynn are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Springwood High School

Is Springwood High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Springwood High School currently has 1957 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1740 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Springwood High School?

Admission to Springwood High School is managed by Norfolk. 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 Springwood High School cover?

Springwood High School is a secondary school in King's Lynn, Norfolk, 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 Springwood High School?

Springwood High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.