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MySchoolHub

School Comparison Guide

School catchment map

Use map view to explore nearby schools and understand local comparison before checking admissions rules.

Overview

Catchment and admissions searches are some of the most practical parent queries. MySchoolHub supports that journey with map-first school exploration and local authority links.

The map should be treated as a research layer, not a guarantee of admission eligibility.

What MySchoolHub data includes

MySchoolHub is built around a broader schema than a simple league table. School profiles combine core school metadata with GCSE and KS2 performance, Ofsted inspection history, sixth form outcomes and map-ready location fields.

The backend also supports absence rates, suspensions and permanent exclusions, KS4 destination measures, subject-level GCSE grade distributions, subgroup breakdowns for filtered KS4 performance, and admissions or fee information for specialist entry pages.

That means these comparison pages can target real parent questions like how to compare Progress 8, English and maths, reading and maths scaled scores, destination outcomes, or Ofsted and admissions context in the same research journey.

How to use map context

Start with map view, filter by phase and inspection context, then open school profiles for performance and admissions links.

Nearby-school links on profiles help compare realistic local alternatives instead of isolated schools.

Catchment and admissions caution

Admission priority areas, distance rules and oversubscription criteria vary by local authority and school type.

Always verify catchment and admissions rules with the school or local authority before relying on a map result.

Frequently asked questions

Does MySchoolHub show exact catchment boundaries?

Map view helps local exploration, but admission rules and priority areas must still be verified with the local authority or school.

Can I compare schools from a map search?

Yes. Use map or list search to open profiles, then add likely options to side-by-side comparison.