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St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy Catchment Area

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

St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Glossop, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 572 pupils, and a capacity of 485 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

572

Pupils

485

Capacity

118%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2021

St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy is managed by Derbyshire 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: 572 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 485 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 Derbyshire 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 Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy — School Information

Full address
Sunlaws Street, Glossop, SK13 8DR
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
27.1% of pupils
DfE URN
142042

Other Secondary Schools in Glossop

If St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Glossop are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy

Is St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy currently has 572 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 485 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy?

St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Derbyshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy cover?

St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy is a secondary school in Glossop, Derbyshire, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy?

St Philip Howard Catholic Voluntary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2021. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.