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Kelford School Catchment Area

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

Kelford School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Rotherham , serving pupils aged 2–19, with 158 pupils, and a capacity of 165 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–19

Age range

158

Pupils

165

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Kelford School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Kelford 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.

Operating near capacity: 96% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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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Kelford School — School Information

Full address
Oakdale Road, Kimberworth, Rotherham, S61 2NU
Local authority
Rotherham
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–19 years
Free school meals
57.5% of pupils
DfE URN
142797

Other Not applicable Schools in Rotherham

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Kelford School

Is Kelford School oversubscribed?

Kelford School is operating close to its capacity of 165 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Kelford School?

Admission to Kelford 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 Kelford School cover?

Kelford School is a not applicable school in Rotherham, serving pupils aged 2–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Kelford School?

Kelford School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.