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St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) Catchment Area

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

St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) is a academy sponsor led special school in Oswestry, Shropshire , serving pupils aged 3–16, with 723 pupils, and a capacity of 660 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–16

Age range

723

Pupils

660

Capacity

110%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) follows a different process from mainstream schools. Shropshire assesses each child's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) to determine appropriate placement — catchment area does not apply in the same way as mainstream admissions.

Currently oversubscribed: 723 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 660 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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For more information on how Shropshire assesses EHCP placements and which schools are named, contact the council's SEND team directly. The council must publish its Local Offer explaining available provision.

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St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) — School Information

Full address
Moors Bank, St Martins, Oswestry, SY10 7BD
Local authority
Shropshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Special
Age range
3–16 years
Free school meals
22.4% of pupils
DfE URN
143142

Frequently Asked Questions — St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community)

Is St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) oversubscribed?

Yes — St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) currently has 723 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 660 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community)?

Admission to St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) is managed by Shropshire. 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 Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) cover?

St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) is a special school in Oswestry, Shropshire, serving pupils aged 3–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community)?

St Martins School (3-16 Learning Community) was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.