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St Peter's Catholic School Catchment Area

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

St Peter's Catholic School is a academy converter secondary school in Guildford, Surrey , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1347 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

1,347

Pupils

1,050

Capacity

128%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

St Peter's Catholic School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Peter's Catholic School is managed by Surrey 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: 1347 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 Surrey 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 Peter's Catholic School — School Information

Full address
Horseshoe Lane East, Merrow, Guildford, GU1 2TN
Local authority
Surrey
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
6.2% of pupils
DfE URN
147430

Other Secondary Schools in Guildford

If St Peter's Catholic School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Guildford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Peter's Catholic School

Is St Peter's Catholic School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Peter's Catholic School currently has 1347 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 Peter's Catholic School?

St Peter's Catholic School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Surrey before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Peter's Catholic School cover?

St Peter's Catholic School is a secondary school in Guildford, Surrey, 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 Peter's Catholic School?

St Peter's Catholic School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.