Question 1

What schools serve Aberdare?

Accepted Answer

There are 9 schools in Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taf — including Penderyn Primary School, Oaklands Primary School, Abernant Primary School, Caradog Primary School, Hirwaun Primary School and more. You can view each school's catchment area guidance and admissions policy on catchment.school.

Question 2

How many primary and secondary schools are in Aberdare?

Accepted Answer

Aberdare has 0 primary schools and 0 secondary schools. There are also 9 other schools (such as all-through or special schools) in the area. All data is sourced from the Department for Education's GIAS register.

Question 3

How do I find out if my address is in a school's catchment area in Aberdare?

Accepted Answer

To check whether your address falls within a school's catchment area in Aberdare, use the postcode search tool at catchment.school. Catchment area boundaries for Aberdare schools are set by Rhondda Cynon Taf and reviewed each year. You can also consult the school's admissions policy or contact the Rhondda Cynon Taf admissions team directly for the most up-to-date boundary maps.

Question 4

Who sets catchment area boundaries for schools in Aberdare?

Accepted Answer

Catchment area boundaries for schools in Aberdare are set by Rhondda Cynon Taf as the admissions authority. Community and voluntary-controlled schools follow the council's published admissions policy, while academies and voluntary-aided schools may set their own. Boundaries are reviewed annually and published each September for the following academic year.

Schools in Aberdare

Other Schools in Aberdare (9)

Penderyn Primary School

Oaklands Primary School

Abernant Primary School

Caradog Primary School

Hirwaun Primary School

Cwmbach C.I.W. Primary School

Ty Gwyn Education Centres

Penywaun Primary School

Cwmaman Primary