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Ethos College Catchment Area

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

Ethos College is a academy alternative provision converter not applicable school in Dewsbury, Kirklees , serving pupils aged 14–16, with 44 pupils, and a capacity of 42 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

14–16

Age range

44

Pupils

42

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2017

Ethos College Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ethos College sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Kirklees. 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: 44 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 42 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 Kirklees 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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Ethos College — School Information

Full address
Knowles Hill Road, Dewsbury, WF13 4QS
Local authority
Kirklees
School type
Academy alternative provision converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
14–16 years
Free school meals
59.1% of pupils
DfE URN
145433

Other Not applicable Schools in Dewsbury

If Ethos College is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Dewsbury are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ethos College

Is Ethos College oversubscribed?

Yes — Ethos College currently has 44 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 42 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Ethos College?

Admission to Ethos College is managed by Kirklees. 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 Ethos College cover?

Ethos College is a not applicable school in Dewsbury, Kirklees, serving pupils aged 14–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ethos College?

Ethos College was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.