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Lift New Rickstones Catchment Area

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

Lift New Rickstones is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Witham, Essex , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1204 pupils, and a capacity of 1100 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,204

Pupils

1,100

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Lift New Rickstones Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Lift New Rickstones sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Essex. 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: 1204 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1100 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 Essex 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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Lift New Rickstones — School Information

Full address
Conrad Road, Witham, CM8 2SD
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
28.7% of pupils
DfE URN
135651

Other Secondary Schools in Witham

If Lift New Rickstones is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Witham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Lift New Rickstones

Is Lift New Rickstones oversubscribed?

Yes — Lift New Rickstones currently has 1204 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1100 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Lift New Rickstones?

Admission to Lift New Rickstones is managed by Essex. 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 Lift New Rickstones cover?

Lift New Rickstones is a secondary school in Witham, Essex, 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 Lift New Rickstones?

Lift New Rickstones was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.