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Bishop Challoner Catholic School

Bishop Challoner Catholic School is a Secondary school in London, Tower Hamlets. Use our free interactive catchment tool to check whether any property falls within this school's catchment area.

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Ages 11-18Age range
SecondarySchool phase
63%Capacity used (1034 of 1650 pupils)
32.10%Free school meals eligible
GoodOfsted rating

⚠️ Important: Catchment Measuring Points Vary

School catchment distances are not always measured from the school's postcode or map pin. Some schools measure from the school gates, others from the main entrance, a specific published measuring point, or the centre of the school building. Always check Bishop Challoner Catholic School's published admissions policy or contact Tower Hamlets Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School nameBishop Challoner Catholic School
URN150606
Address352 Commercial Road, London, Tower Hamlets, E1 0LB
Telephone02077919500
HeadteacherAdam Hall (Executive Headteacher)
School typeAcademy converter
PhaseSecondary
Age rangeAges 11-18
GenderMixed
Religious characterRoman Catholic
Admissions policyNon-selective
Local authorityTower Hamlets
RegionLondon
Approx. coordinates51.512852, -0.049566 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

📌 How places are allocated at this school

This is a Roman Catholic school. Faith schools typically use faith criteria alongside or instead of distance when allocating places. Always check the school's own admissions policy — distance alone may not determine your child's chance of a place.

Key Information for Parents

📍 How to use our catchment tool

Click "Open Catchment Tool" above, add this school by searching for its name or postcode, enter the catchment distance from the school's admissions policy, then check any address to see if it falls inside or outside catchment.

📄 Find the admissions policy

The official admissions policy for Bishop Challoner Catholic School will be published on the school's website or on the Tower Hamlets Council website. Search for "Bishop Challoner Catholic School admissions policy" to find the current year's document.

✝️ Faith School

This school has a Roman Catholic religious character. Faith criteria typically apply alongside distance. Check the school's admissions policy carefully.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

Visit the Ofsted reports website to find the latest inspection report and rating for this school.

📋 Ofsted Rating: Good

Latest Ofsted inspection rated this school as Good. Inspection date: 24/11/2021. Quality of education: Good. Behaviour and attitudes: Good. Leadership: Good. Read the full Ofsted report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for Bishop Challoner Catholic School?

Use our free catchment tool above. Enter the school's name or postcode to plot it on the map, add the catchment radius from the school's admissions policy, then use "Check Address" to test any postcode or address. Always verify the exact measuring point with Tower Hamlets Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for Bishop Challoner Catholic School?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, Tower Hamlets Council publishes annual admissions statistics including the furthest distance offered at each school. For academies and faith schools, check the school's own website.

Is the catchment area for Bishop Challoner Catholic School the same every year?

No — catchment distances change year on year depending on how many children apply and how many places are available. Always use the most recent admissions data from the school or local authority.

What is the URN for Bishop Challoner Catholic School?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for Bishop Challoner Catholic School is 150606. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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