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The John Fisher School Catchment Area

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

The John Fisher School is a voluntary aided secondary school in Purley, Sutton , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1134 pupils, and a capacity of 1190 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,134

Pupils

1,190

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

The John Fisher School Catchment Area Information

Admission to The John Fisher School is managed by Sutton and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Operating near capacity: 95% 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 Sutton before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Sutton catchment area documents →

The John Fisher School — School Information

Full address
Peaks Hill, Purley, CR8 3YP
Local authority
Sutton
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Boys
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
15.2% of pupils
DfE URN
103009

Other Secondary Schools in Purley

If The John Fisher School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Purley are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The John Fisher School

Is The John Fisher School oversubscribed?

The John Fisher School is operating close to its capacity of 1190 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The John Fisher School?

The John Fisher School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Sutton before each admissions cycle.

What age range does The John Fisher School cover?

The John Fisher School is a secondary school in Purley, Sutton, 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 John Fisher School?

The John Fisher School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.