Wapping High School Catchment Area
Wapping High School is a free s secondary school in London, Tower Hamlets , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 294 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
294
Pupils
420
Capacity
70%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2024
Wapping High School Catchment Area Information
Secondary school places at Wapping High School are allocated by Tower Hamlets 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.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Tower Hamlets before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Tower Hamlets catchment area documents →Wapping High School — School Information
- Full address
- 153 Commercial Road, London, E1 2DA
- Local authority
- Tower Hamlets
- School type
- Free schools
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 34% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 138202
Other Secondary Schools in London
If Wapping High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in London are the next closest alternatives.
Haverstock School Catchment Area
Community school · NW3 2BQ
Parliament Hill School Catchment Area
Community school · NW5 1RL
Regent High School Catchment Area
Community school · NW1 1RX
Hampstead School Catchment Area
Community school · NW2 3RT
Acland Burghley School Catchment Area
Community school · NW5 1UJ
The Camden School for Girls Catchment Area
Voluntary aided school · NW5 2DB
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Frequently Asked Questions — Wapping High School
Is Wapping High School oversubscribed? ▾
Wapping High School has a capacity of 420 places and currently has 294 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Tower Hamlets.
What is the admissions policy for Wapping High School? ▾
Admission to Wapping High School is managed by Tower Hamlets. 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 Wapping High School cover? ▾
Wapping High School is a secondary school in London, Tower Hamlets, 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 Wapping High School? ▾
Wapping High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.