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Abbey School Catchment Area

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

Abbey School is a academy special sponsor led not applicable school in Rotherham , serving pupils aged 5–19, with 234 pupils, and a capacity of 205 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

5–19

Age range

234

Pupils

205

Capacity

114%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2019

Abbey School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Abbey School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Rotherham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 234 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 205 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Rotherham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Abbey School — School Information

Full address
Little Common Lane, Kimberworth, Rotherham, S61 2RA
Local authority
Rotherham
School type
Academy special sponsor led
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
5–19 years
Free school meals
54.1% of pupils
DfE URN
142768

Other Not applicable Schools in Rotherham

If Abbey School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Rotherham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Abbey School

Is Abbey School oversubscribed?

Yes — Abbey School currently has 234 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 205 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Abbey School?

Admission to Abbey School is managed by Rotherham. 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 Abbey School cover?

Abbey School is a not applicable school in Rotherham, serving pupils aged 5–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Abbey School?

Abbey School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.