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Warden Park Secondary Academy Catchment Area

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

Warden Park Secondary Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Haywards Heath, West Sussex , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1538 pupils, and a capacity of 1500 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,538

Pupils

1,500

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Warden Park Secondary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Warden Park Secondary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with West 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 1538 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1500 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 West 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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Warden Park Secondary Academy — School Information

Full address
Broad Street, Cuckfield, Haywards Heath, RH17 5DP
Local authority
West Sussex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
11.1% of pupils
DfE URN
137416

Other Secondary Schools in Haywards Heath

If Warden Park Secondary Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Haywards Heath are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Warden Park Secondary Academy

Is Warden Park Secondary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Warden Park Secondary Academy currently has 1538 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1500 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Warden Park Secondary Academy?

Admission to Warden Park Secondary Academy is managed by West 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 Warden Park Secondary Academy cover?

Warden Park Secondary Academy is a secondary school in Haywards Heath, West Sussex, 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 Warden Park Secondary Academy?

Warden Park Secondary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.