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The London Oratory School Catchment Area

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

The London Oratory School is a academy converter secondary school in London, Hammersmith and Fulham , serving pupils aged 7–18, with 1398 pupils, and a capacity of 1231 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

7–18

Age range

1,398

Pupils

1,231

Capacity

114%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2022

The London Oratory School Catchment Area Information

Admission to The London Oratory School is managed by Hammersmith and Fulham 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 1398 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1231 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 Hammersmith and Fulham 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 London Oratory School — School Information

Full address
Seagrave Road, London, SW6 1RX
Local authority
Hammersmith and Fulham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
7–18 years
Gender
Boys
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
11.3% of pupils
DfE URN
137157

Other Secondary Schools in London

If The London Oratory School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in London are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The London Oratory School

Is The London Oratory School oversubscribed?

Yes — The London Oratory School currently has 1398 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1231 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The London Oratory School?

The London Oratory School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Hammersmith and Fulham before each admissions cycle.

What age range does The London Oratory School cover?

The London Oratory School is a secondary school in London, Hammersmith and Fulham, serving pupils aged 7–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The London Oratory School?

The London Oratory School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.