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The Sherwood School Catchment Area

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

The Sherwood School is a community primary school in Mitcham, Merton , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 307 pupils, and a capacity of 300 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

307

Pupils

300

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

The Sherwood School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for The Sherwood School is set by Merton and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Currently oversubscribed: 307 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 300 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 Merton 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 Sherwood School — School Information

Full address
Abbotts Road, Mitcham, CR4 1JP
Local authority
Merton
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
30.8% of pupils
DfE URN
102646

Other Primary Schools in Mitcham

If The Sherwood School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Mitcham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Sherwood School

Is The Sherwood School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Sherwood School currently has 307 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 300 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Sherwood School?

Admission to The Sherwood School is managed by Merton. 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 Sherwood School cover?

The Sherwood School is a primary school in Mitcham, Merton, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Sherwood School?

The Sherwood School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.