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Thames Park Secondary School Catchment Area

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

Thames Park Secondary School is a free s secondary school in Grays, Thurrock , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 740 pupils, and a capacity of 900 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–16

Age range

740

Pupils

900

Capacity

82%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Thames Park Secondary School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Thames Park Secondary School are allocated by Thurrock using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

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

Find Thurrock catchment area documents →

Thames Park Secondary School — School Information

Full address
Chadwell Road, Grays, RM17 5FP
Local authority
Thurrock
School type
Free schools
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
29.1% of pupils
DfE URN
147853

Other Secondary Schools in Grays

If Thames Park Secondary School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Grays are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Thames Park Secondary School

Is Thames Park Secondary School oversubscribed?

Thames Park Secondary School has a capacity of 900 places and currently has 740 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Thurrock.

What is the admissions policy for Thames Park Secondary School?

Admission to Thames Park Secondary School is managed by Thurrock. 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 Thames Park Secondary School cover?

Thames Park Secondary School is a secondary school in Grays, Thurrock, 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 Thames Park Secondary School?

Thames Park Secondary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.