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The Ashcombe School Catchment Area

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

The Ashcombe School is a academy converter secondary school in Dorking, Surrey , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1513 pupils, and a capacity of 1476 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,513

Pupils

1,476

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

The Ashcombe School Catchment Area Information

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

Currently oversubscribed: 1513 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1476 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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The Ashcombe School — School Information

Full address
Ashcombe Road, Dorking, RH4 1LY
Local authority
Surrey
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
11% of pupils
DfE URN
143901

Other Secondary Schools in Dorking

If The Ashcombe School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Dorking are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Ashcombe School

Is The Ashcombe School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Ashcombe School currently has 1513 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1476 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Ashcombe School?

Admission to The Ashcombe School is managed by Surrey. 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 The Ashcombe School cover?

The Ashcombe School is a secondary school in Dorking, 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 The Ashcombe School?

The Ashcombe School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.