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St Mary's School Catchment Area

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

St Mary's School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Heathfield, East Sussex , serving pupils aged 9–16, with 84 pupils, and a capacity of 81 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

9–16

Age range

84

Pupils

81

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

St Mary's School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, St Mary's School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with East Sussex. 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: 84 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 81 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 East Sussex 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 Mary's School — School Information

Full address
Horam, Heathfield, TN21 0BT
Local authority
East Sussex
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
9–16 years
Gender
Boys
Free school meals
58.3% of pupils
DfE URN
142163

Frequently Asked Questions — St Mary's School

Is St Mary's School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Mary's School currently has 84 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 81 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

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

Admission to St Mary's School is managed by East Sussex. 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 Mary's School cover?

St Mary's School is a not applicable school in Heathfield, East Sussex, serving pupils aged 9–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Mary's School?

St Mary's School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.