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Aldridge School - A Science College Catchment Area

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

Aldridge School - A Science College is a academy converter secondary school in Walsall , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1585 pupils, and a capacity of 1489 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,585

Pupils

1,489

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Aldridge School - A Science College Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Aldridge School - A Science College sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Walsall. 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: 1585 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1489 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 Walsall 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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Aldridge School - A Science College — School Information

Full address
Tynings Lane, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0BG
Local authority
Walsall
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
28.4% of pupils
DfE URN
137974

Other Secondary Schools in Walsall

If Aldridge School - A Science College is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Walsall are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Aldridge School - A Science College

Is Aldridge School - A Science College oversubscribed?

Yes — Aldridge School - A Science College currently has 1585 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1489 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Aldridge School - A Science College?

Admission to Aldridge School - A Science College is managed by Walsall. 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 Aldridge School - A Science College cover?

Aldridge School - A Science College is a secondary school in Walsall, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Aldridge School - A Science College?

Aldridge School - A Science College was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.