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The Greater Horseshoe School Catchment Area

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

The Greater Horseshoe School is a other independent special not applicable school in Devon , serving pupils aged 8–18, with 55 pupils, and a capacity of 61 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

8–18

Age range

55

Pupils

61

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

The Greater Horseshoe School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for The Greater Horseshoe School is set by Devon and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 90% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Devon 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 Greater Horseshoe School — School Information

Full address
Little Bovey Lane, Heathfield, TQ12 6RH
Local authority
Devon
School type
Other independent special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
8–18 years
DfE URN
146167

Other Not applicable Schools in

If The Greater Horseshoe School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Greater Horseshoe School

Is The Greater Horseshoe School oversubscribed?

The Greater Horseshoe School is operating close to its capacity of 61 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Greater Horseshoe School?

Admission to The Greater Horseshoe School is managed by Devon. 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 Greater Horseshoe School cover?

The Greater Horseshoe School is a not applicable school in Devon, serving pupils aged 8–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.