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The King's School Catchment Area

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

The King's School is a academy converter secondary school in Ottery St Mary, Devon , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1108 pupils, and a capacity of 1150 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,108

Pupils

1,150

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

The King's School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The King's School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Devon. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 96% 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 King's School — School Information

Full address
Cadhay Lane, Ottery St Mary, EX11 1RA
Local authority
Devon
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
14.6% of pupils
DfE URN
136673

Frequently Asked Questions — The King's School

Is The King's School oversubscribed?

The King's School is operating close to its capacity of 1150 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The King's School?

Admission to The King's 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 King's School cover?

The King's School is a secondary school in Ottery St Mary, Devon, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.