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The Crypt School Catchment Area

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

The Crypt School is a academy converter secondary school in Gloucester, Gloucestershire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1093 pupils, and a capacity of 800 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,093

Pupils

800

Capacity

137%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

The Crypt School Catchment Area Information

Entry to The Crypt School is selective — applicants must pass the relevant admissions test. Among qualifying applicants, Gloucestershire may use distance or catchment area as a tiebreaker when the school is oversubscribed. Check the admissions policy for how the selection and distance criteria interact.

Currently oversubscribed: 1093 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 800 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The full admissions policy — including test registration dates, qualifying scores, and any distance criteria — is published by Gloucestershire before each admissions cycle. Verify your child's eligibility and your home address directly with the council.

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The Crypt School — School Information

Full address
Podsmead Road, Gloucester, GL2 5AE
Local authority
Gloucestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Selective
Free school meals
3.4% of pupils
DfE URN
136578

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Frequently Asked Questions — The Crypt School

Is The Crypt School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Crypt School currently has 1093 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 800 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Crypt School?

The Crypt School is a selective school — admission requires passing the relevant admissions test. Gloucestershire publishes the full policy each year, including test dates, qualifying scores, and any distance tiebreaker.

What age range does The Crypt School cover?

The Crypt School is a secondary school in Gloucester, Gloucestershire, 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 Crypt School?

The Crypt School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.