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St Birinus School Catchment Area

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

St Birinus School is a academy converter secondary school in Didcot, Oxfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1212 pupils, and a capacity of 1428 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–18

Age range

1,212

Pupils

1,428

Capacity

85%

Fill rate

St Birinus School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, St Birinus School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Oxfordshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Oxfordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Oxfordshire catchment area documents →

St Birinus School — School Information

Full address
Mereland Road, Didcot, OX11 8AZ
Local authority
Oxfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Boys
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
16.6% of pupils
DfE URN
138762

Other Secondary Schools in Didcot

If St Birinus School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Didcot are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Birinus School

Is St Birinus School oversubscribed?

St Birinus School has a capacity of 1428 places and currently has 1212 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Oxfordshire.

What is the admissions policy for St Birinus School?

Admission to St Birinus School is managed by Oxfordshire. 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 St Birinus School cover?

St Birinus School is a secondary school in Didcot, Oxfordshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.