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St Edmund's Catholic School Catchment Area

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

St Edmund's Catholic School is a voluntary aided secondary school in Portsmouth , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1150 pupils, and a capacity of 1058 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,150

Pupils

1,058

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2016

St Edmund's Catholic School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Edmund's Catholic School is managed by Portsmouth 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: 1150 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1058 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 Portsmouth 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 Edmund's Catholic School — School Information

Full address
Arundel Street, Portsmouth, PO1 1RX
Local authority
Portsmouth
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
27.2% of pupils
DfE URN
116505

Other Secondary Schools in Portsmouth

If St Edmund's Catholic School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Portsmouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Edmund's Catholic School

Is St Edmund's Catholic School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Edmund's Catholic School currently has 1150 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1058 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Edmund's Catholic School?

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

What age range does St Edmund's Catholic School cover?

St Edmund's Catholic School is a secondary school in Portsmouth, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Edmund's Catholic School?

St Edmund's Catholic School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.