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St Paul's Catholic College Catchment Area

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

St Paul's Catholic College is a academy converter secondary school in Burgess Hill, West Sussex , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1190 pupils, and a capacity of 1050 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,190

Pupils

1,050

Capacity

113%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

St Paul's Catholic College Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Paul's Catholic College is managed by West Sussex 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: 1190 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1050 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 West 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 Paul's Catholic College — School Information

Full address
Jane Murray Way, Burgess Hill, RH15 8GA
Local authority
West Sussex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
8.4% of pupils
DfE URN
148753

Other Secondary Schools in Burgess Hill

If St Paul's Catholic College is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Burgess Hill are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Paul's Catholic College

Is St Paul's Catholic College oversubscribed?

Yes — St Paul's Catholic College currently has 1190 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1050 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Paul's Catholic College?

St Paul's Catholic College uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by West Sussex before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Paul's Catholic College cover?

St Paul's Catholic College is a secondary school in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Paul's Catholic College?

St Paul's Catholic College was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.