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St Matthias School Catchment Area

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

St Matthias School is a community secondary school in Wolverhampton , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 843 pupils, and a capacity of 885 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–19

Age range

843

Pupils

885

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

St Matthias School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at St Matthias School are allocated by Wolverhampton using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Operating near capacity: 95% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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

Find Wolverhampton catchment area documents →

St Matthias School — School Information

Full address
Deans Road, Wolverhampton, WV1 2BH
Local authority
Wolverhampton
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
58.5% of pupils
DfE URN
104387

Other Secondary Schools in Wolverhampton

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

Frequently Asked Questions — St Matthias School

Is St Matthias School oversubscribed?

St Matthias School is operating close to its capacity of 885 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for St Matthias School?

Admission to St Matthias School is managed by Wolverhampton. 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 Matthias School cover?

St Matthias School is a secondary school in Wolverhampton, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.