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Wimbledon College Catchment Area

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

Wimbledon College is a voluntary aided secondary school in London, Merton , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1258 pupils, and a capacity of 1249 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,258

Pupils

1,249

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Wimbledon College Catchment Area Information

Admission to Wimbledon College is managed by Merton and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 1258 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1249 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 Merton 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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Wimbledon College — School Information

Full address
Edge Hill, London, SW19 4NS
Local authority
Merton
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Boys
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
21.4% of pupils
DfE URN
102681

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If Wimbledon College is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in London are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Wimbledon College

Is Wimbledon College oversubscribed?

Yes — Wimbledon College currently has 1258 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1249 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Wimbledon College?

Wimbledon College uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Merton before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Wimbledon College cover?

Wimbledon College is a secondary school in London, Merton, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Wimbledon College?

Wimbledon College was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.