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Upper Shirley High School Catchment Area

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

Upper Shirley High School is a academy converter secondary school in Southampton , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1081 pupils, and a capacity of 990 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,081

Pupils

990

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Upper Shirley High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Upper Shirley High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Southampton. 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: 1081 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 990 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 Southampton 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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Upper Shirley High School — School Information

Full address
Bellemoor Road, Upper Shirley, Southampton, SO15 7QU
Local authority
Southampton
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
29.3% of pupils
DfE URN
137037

Other Secondary Schools in Southampton

If Upper Shirley High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Southampton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Upper Shirley High School

Is Upper Shirley High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Upper Shirley High School currently has 1081 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 990 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Upper Shirley High School?

Admission to Upper Shirley High School is managed by Southampton. 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 Upper Shirley High School cover?

Upper Shirley High School is a secondary school in Southampton, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Upper Shirley High School?

Upper Shirley High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.