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St Bede's School Catchment Area

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

St Bede's School is a voluntary aided secondary school in Redhill, Surrey , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1952 pupils, and a capacity of 1890 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,952

Pupils

1,890

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2017

St Bede's School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Bede's School is managed by Surrey and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 1952 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1890 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 Surrey 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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St Bede's School — School Information

Full address
Carlton Road, Redhill, RH1 2LQ
Local authority
Surrey
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Religious character
Church of England/Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
6.5% of pupils
DfE URN
125278

Other Secondary Schools in Redhill

If St Bede's School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Redhill are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Bede's School

Is St Bede's School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Bede's School currently has 1952 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1890 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Bede's School?

St Bede's School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Surrey before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Bede's School cover?

St Bede's School is a secondary school in Redhill, Surrey, 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 St Bede's School?

St Bede's School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.