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The St Christopher School Catchment Area

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

The St Christopher School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea , serving pupils aged 3–19, with 262 pupils, and a capacity of 191 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–19

Age range

262

Pupils

191

Capacity

137%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

The St Christopher School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The St Christopher School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Southend-on-Sea. 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: 262 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 191 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 Southend-on-Sea 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 St Christopher School — School Information

Full address
Mountdale Gardens, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 4AW
Local authority
Southend-on-Sea
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
3–19 years
Free school meals
43% of pupils
DfE URN
138044

Other Not applicable Schools in Leigh-on-Sea

If The St Christopher School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Leigh-on-Sea are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The St Christopher School

Is The St Christopher School oversubscribed?

Yes — The St Christopher School currently has 262 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 191 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The St Christopher School?

Admission to The St Christopher School is managed by Southend-on-Sea. 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 St Christopher School cover?

The St Christopher School is a not applicable school in Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, serving pupils aged 3–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The St Christopher School?

The St Christopher School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.