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St Paul's School for Girls Catchment Area

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

St Paul's School for Girls is a voluntary aided secondary school in Birmingham , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1046 pupils, and a capacity of 1000 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,046

Pupils

1,000

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2017

St Paul's School for Girls Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Paul's School for Girls is managed by Birmingham 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: 1046 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1000 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 Birmingham 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 School for Girls — School Information

Full address
Vernon Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B16 9SL
Local authority
Birmingham
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Girls
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
29.5% of pupils
DfE URN
103531

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Frequently Asked Questions — St Paul's School for Girls

Is St Paul's School for Girls oversubscribed?

Yes — St Paul's School for Girls currently has 1046 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1000 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Paul's School for Girls?

St Paul's School for Girls uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Birmingham before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Paul's School for Girls cover?

St Paul's School for Girls is a secondary school in Birmingham, 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 School for Girls?

St Paul's School for Girls was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.