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Wigmore School Catchment Area

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

Wigmore School is a academy converter secondary school in Leominster, Herefordshire, County of , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 463 pupils, and a capacity of 450 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–19

Age range

463

Pupils

450

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Wigmore School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Wigmore School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Herefordshire, County of. 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: 463 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 450 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 Herefordshire, County of 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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Wigmore School — School Information

Full address
Ford Street, Wigmore, Leominster, HR6 9UW
Local authority
Herefordshire, County of
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
15.8% of pupils
DfE URN
136405

Other Secondary Schools in Leominster

If Wigmore School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Leominster are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Wigmore School

Is Wigmore School oversubscribed?

Yes — Wigmore School currently has 463 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 450 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Wigmore School?

Admission to Wigmore School is managed by Herefordshire, County of. 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 Wigmore School cover?

Wigmore School is a secondary school in Leominster, Herefordshire, County of, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Wigmore School?

Wigmore School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.