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Stowmarket High School Catchment Area

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

Stowmarket High School is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Stowmarket, Suffolk , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 896 pupils, and a capacity of 1203 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–18

Age range

896

Pupils

1,203

Capacity

74%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

Stowmarket High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Stowmarket High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Suffolk. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

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

Find Suffolk catchment area documents →

Stowmarket High School — School Information

Full address
Onehouse Road, Stowmarket, IP14 1QR
Local authority
Suffolk
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
21.5% of pupils
DfE URN
145055

Other Secondary Schools in Stowmarket

If Stowmarket High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Stowmarket are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Stowmarket High School

Is Stowmarket High School oversubscribed?

Stowmarket High School has a capacity of 1203 places and currently has 896 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Suffolk.

What is the admissions policy for Stowmarket High School?

Admission to Stowmarket High School is managed by Suffolk. 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 Stowmarket High School cover?

Stowmarket High School is a secondary school in Stowmarket, Suffolk, 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 Stowmarket High School?

Stowmarket High School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.