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Torfield School Catchment Area

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

Torfield School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Hastings, East Sussex , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 102 pupils, and a capacity of 103 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

102

Pupils

103

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2017

Torfield School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Torfield School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with East Sussex. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 99% 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 East Sussex 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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Torfield School — School Information

Full address
Croft Road, Hastings, TN34 3JT
Local authority
East Sussex
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
43.1% of pupils
DfE URN
141476

Other Not applicable Schools in Hastings

If Torfield School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Hastings are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Torfield School

Is Torfield School oversubscribed?

Torfield School is operating close to its capacity of 103 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Torfield School?

Admission to Torfield School is managed by East Sussex. 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 Torfield School cover?

Torfield School is a not applicable school in Hastings, East Sussex, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Torfield School?

Torfield School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.