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The Misbourne School Catchment Area

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

The Misbourne School is a academy converter secondary school in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1126 pupils, and a capacity of 1096 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,126

Pupils

1,096

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

The Misbourne School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Misbourne School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Buckinghamshire. 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: 1126 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1096 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 Buckinghamshire 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 Misbourne School — School Information

Full address
Misbourne Drive, Great Missenden, HP16 0BN
Local authority
Buckinghamshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
12.6% of pupils
DfE URN
145322

Frequently Asked Questions — The Misbourne School

Is The Misbourne School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Misbourne School currently has 1126 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1096 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Misbourne School?

Admission to The Misbourne School is managed by Buckinghamshire. 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 Misbourne School cover?

The Misbourne School is a secondary school in Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, 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 Misbourne School?

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