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Cantell School

Cantell School is a Secondary school in Southampton, Southampton. Use our free interactive catchment tool to check whether any property falls within this school's catchment area.

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Ages 11-16Age range
SecondarySchool phase
103%Capacity used (1288 of 1250 pupils)
43.30%Free school meals eligible
OutstandingOfsted 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 Cantell School's published admissions policy or contact Southampton Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School nameCantell School
URN116469
AddressViolet Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO16 3GJ
Telephone02380323111
HeadteacherHarry Kutty (Headteacher)
School typeFoundation school
PhaseSecondary
Age rangeAges 11-16
GenderMixed
Admissions policyNon-selective
Local authoritySouthampton
RegionSouth East
Approx. coordinates50.941115, -1.397805 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

📌 How places are allocated at this school

This school is likely to use straight-line distance from home to school as its oversubscription criterion, making our catchment checker directly applicable. Always verify the exact measuring point with the school or local authority.

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 Cantell School will be published on the school's website or on the Southampton Council website. Search for "Cantell School admissions policy" to find the current year's document.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

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

📋 Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Latest Ofsted inspection rated this school as Outstanding. Inspection date: 26/03/2024. Quality of education: Outstanding. Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding. Leadership: Outstanding. Read the full Ofsted report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for Cantell 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 Southampton Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for Cantell School?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, Southampton 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 Cantell 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 Cantell School?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for Cantell School is 116469. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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