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The Link School Catchment Area

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

The Link School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Croydon, Sutton , serving pupils aged 4–19, with 157 pupils, and a capacity of 148 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–19

Age range

157

Pupils

148

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2014

The Link School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Link School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Sutton. 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: 157 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 148 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 Sutton 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 Link School — School Information

Full address
138 Croydon Road, Beddington, Croydon, CR0 4PG
Local authority
Sutton
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
4–19 years
Free school meals
41.4% of pupils
DfE URN
144851

Other Not applicable Schools in Croydon

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

Frequently Asked Questions — The Link School

Is The Link School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Link School currently has 157 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 148 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Link School?

Admission to The Link School is managed by Sutton. 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 Link School cover?

The Link School is a not applicable school in Croydon, Sutton, serving pupils aged 4–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Link School?

The Link School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.