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The Shires Catchment Area

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

The Shires is a other independent special not applicable school in Rutland , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 29 pupils, and a capacity of 32 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–19

Age range

29

Pupils

32

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

The Shires Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 91% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Rutland before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Rutland catchment area documents →

The Shires — School Information

Full address
Shires Lane, Stretton, LE15 7GT
Local authority
Rutland
School type
Other independent special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–19 years
DfE URN
131018

Other Not applicable Schools in

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

Frequently Asked Questions — The Shires

Is The Shires oversubscribed?

The Shires is operating close to its capacity of 32 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Shires?

Admission to The Shires is managed by Rutland. 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 Shires cover?

The Shires is a not applicable school in Rutland, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.