Skip to content
A free, independent guide for parents — updated each admissions cycle. 26,506 schools · England & Wales
catchment.school

Woodlands Meed Catchment Area

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

Woodlands Meed is a foundation special not applicable school in Burgess Hill, West Sussex , serving pupils aged 2–19, with 281 pupils, and a capacity of 259 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–19

Age range

281

Pupils

259

Capacity

108%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Woodlands Meed Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Woodlands Meed is set by West Sussex and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Currently oversubscribed: 281 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 259 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

Not getting a place? Learn how to appeal a school place →

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.

Find West Sussex catchment area documents →

Woodlands Meed — School Information

Full address
Chanctonbury Road, Burgess Hill, RH15 9EY
Local authority
West Sussex
School type
Foundation special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–19 years
Free school meals
32.6% of pupils
DfE URN
136114

Other Not applicable Schools in Burgess Hill

If Woodlands Meed is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Burgess Hill are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Woodlands Meed

Is Woodlands Meed oversubscribed?

Yes — Woodlands Meed currently has 281 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 259 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Woodlands Meed?

Admission to Woodlands Meed 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 Woodlands Meed cover?

Woodlands Meed is a not applicable school in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, serving pupils aged 2–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Woodlands Meed?

Woodlands Meed was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.