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The Cherwell School Catchment Area

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

The Cherwell School is a academy converter secondary school in Oxford, Oxfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 2008 pupils, and a capacity of 1850 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

2,008

Pupils

1,850

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2022

The Cherwell School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Cherwell School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Oxfordshire. 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: 2008 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1850 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 Oxfordshire 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 Cherwell School — School Information

Full address
Marston Ferry Road, Oxford, OX2 7EE
Local authority
Oxfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
17.6% of pupils
DfE URN
137970

Other Secondary Schools in Oxford

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

Frequently Asked Questions — The Cherwell School

Is The Cherwell School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Cherwell School currently has 2008 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1850 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Cherwell School?

Admission to The Cherwell School is managed by Oxfordshire. 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 Cherwell School cover?

The Cherwell School is a secondary school in Oxford, Oxfordshire, 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 Cherwell School?

The Cherwell School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.