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The Shires at Oakham Catchment Area

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

The Shires at Oakham is a other independent special not applicable school in Should be blank, Rutland , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 39 pupils, and a capacity of 40 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–19

Age range

39

Pupils

40

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

The Shires at Oakham Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for The Shires at Oakham 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: 98% 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.

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The Shires at Oakham — School Information

Full address
3 Uppingham Road, Oakham, Should be blank, LE15 6JB
Local authority
Rutland
School type
Other independent special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–19 years
DfE URN
142635

Frequently Asked Questions — The Shires at Oakham

Is The Shires at Oakham oversubscribed?

The Shires at Oakham is operating close to its capacity of 40 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Shires at Oakham?

Admission to The Shires at Oakham 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 at Oakham cover?

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