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The St Thomas the Apostle College Catchment Area

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

The St Thomas the Apostle College is a voluntary aided secondary school in London, Southwark , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1111 pupils, and a capacity of 1000 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,111

Pupils

1,000

Capacity

111%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2018

The St Thomas the Apostle College Catchment Area Information

Admission to The St Thomas the Apostle College is managed by Southwark and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 1111 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1000 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 Southwark 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 Thomas the Apostle College — School Information

Full address
Hollydale Road, Nunhead, London, SE15 2EB
Local authority
Southwark
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Boys
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
46.8% of pupils
DfE URN
100857

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Frequently Asked Questions — The St Thomas the Apostle College

Is The St Thomas the Apostle College oversubscribed?

Yes — The St Thomas the Apostle College currently has 1111 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1000 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The St Thomas the Apostle College?

The St Thomas the Apostle College uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Southwark before each admissions cycle.

What age range does The St Thomas the Apostle College cover?

The St Thomas the Apostle College is a secondary school in London, Southwark, 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 St Thomas the Apostle College?

The St Thomas the Apostle College was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.