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Uckfield College Catchment Area

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

Uckfield College is a community secondary school in Uckfield, East Sussex , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1602 pupils, and a capacity of 1696 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,602

Pupils

1,696

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Uckfield College Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Uckfield College are allocated by East Sussex using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Operating near capacity: 94% 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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Uckfield College — School Information

Full address
Downsview Crescent, Uckfield, TN22 3DJ
Local authority
East Sussex
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
14.4% of pupils
DfE URN
114590

Frequently Asked Questions — Uckfield College

Is Uckfield College oversubscribed?

Uckfield College is operating close to its capacity of 1696 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Uckfield College?

Admission to Uckfield College 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 Uckfield College cover?

Uckfield College is a secondary school in Uckfield, East Sussex, 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 Uckfield College?

Uckfield College was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.