Harris Academy Riverside Catchment Area
Harris Academy Riverside is a free s secondary school in Purfleet, Thurrock , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1117 pupils, and a capacity of 1106 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.
11–18
Age range
1,117
Pupils
1,106
Capacity
101%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2022
Harris Academy Riverside Catchment Area Information
Secondary school places at Harris Academy Riverside are allocated by Thurrock using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.
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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Thurrock 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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- Full address
- London Road, Purfleet, RM19 1QY
- Local authority
- Thurrock
- School type
- Free schools
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–18 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 28% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 144750
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Frequently Asked Questions — Harris Academy Riverside
Is Harris Academy Riverside oversubscribed? ▾
Yes — Harris Academy Riverside currently has 1117 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1106 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.
What is the admissions policy for Harris Academy Riverside? ▾
Admission to Harris Academy Riverside is managed by Thurrock. 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 Harris Academy Riverside cover? ▾
Harris Academy Riverside is a secondary school in Purfleet, Thurrock, 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 Harris Academy Riverside? ▾
Harris Academy Riverside was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.