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The Elmgreen School Catchment Area

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

The Elmgreen School is a academy converter secondary school in London, Lambeth , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 1110 pupils, and a capacity of 1100 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–19

Age range

1,110

Pupils

1,100

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

The Elmgreen School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Elmgreen School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Lambeth. 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: 1110 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1100 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 Lambeth 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 Elmgreen School — School Information

Full address
Elmcourt Road, Tulse Hill, London, SE27 9BZ
Local authority
Lambeth
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
37.7% of pupils
DfE URN
144309

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

Frequently Asked Questions — The Elmgreen School

Is The Elmgreen School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Elmgreen School currently has 1110 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1100 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Elmgreen School?

Admission to The Elmgreen School is managed by Lambeth. 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 Elmgreen School cover?

The Elmgreen School is a secondary school in London, Lambeth, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Elmgreen School?

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