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Beechen Cliff School Catchment Area

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

Beechen Cliff School is a academy converter secondary school in Bath, Bath and North East Somerset , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1224 pupils, and a capacity of 1146 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,224

Pupils

1,146

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Beechen Cliff School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Beechen Cliff School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bath and North East Somerset. 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: 1224 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1146 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 Bath and North East Somerset 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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Beechen Cliff School — School Information

Full address
Kipling Avenue, Bath, BA2 4RE
Local authority
Bath and North East Somerset
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Boys
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
11.2% of pupils
DfE URN
146972

Other Secondary Schools in Bath

If Beechen Cliff School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bath are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Beechen Cliff School

Is Beechen Cliff School oversubscribed?

Yes — Beechen Cliff School currently has 1224 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1146 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Beechen Cliff School?

Admission to Beechen Cliff School is managed by Bath and North East Somerset. 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 Beechen Cliff School cover?

Beechen Cliff School is a secondary school in Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, 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 Beechen Cliff School?

Beechen Cliff School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.