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The Lindfield School Catchment Area

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

The Lindfield School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Eastbourne, East Sussex , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 120 pupils, and a capacity of 95 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

120

Pupils

95

Capacity

126%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2016

The Lindfield School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Lindfield School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with East Sussex. 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: 120 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 95 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 East Sussex 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 Lindfield School — School Information

Full address
Lindfield Road, Hampden Park, Eastbourne, BN22 0BQ
Local authority
East Sussex
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
47.5% of pupils
DfE URN
142744

Other Not applicable Schools in Eastbourne

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

Frequently Asked Questions — The Lindfield School

Is The Lindfield School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Lindfield School currently has 120 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 95 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Lindfield School?

Admission to The Lindfield School is managed by East Sussex. 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 Lindfield School cover?

The Lindfield School is a not applicable school in Eastbourne, East Sussex, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Lindfield School?

The Lindfield School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.