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Willowfield School Catchment Area

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

Willowfield School is a community secondary school in London, Waltham Forest , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1004 pupils, and a capacity of 1050 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,004

Pupils

1,050

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Willowfield School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Willowfield School are allocated by Waltham Forest 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: 96% 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 Waltham Forest before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Waltham Forest catchment area documents →

Willowfield School — School Information

Full address
209 Blackhorse Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 6ND
Local authority
Waltham Forest
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
31.5% of pupils
DfE URN
103100

Other Secondary Schools in London

If Willowfield School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in London are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Willowfield School

Is Willowfield School oversubscribed?

Willowfield School is operating close to its capacity of 1050 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Willowfield School?

Admission to Willowfield School is managed by Waltham Forest. 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 Willowfield School cover?

Willowfield School is a secondary school in London, Waltham Forest, 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 Willowfield School?

Willowfield School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.