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Oakwood High School Catchment Area

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

Oakwood High School is a academy converter secondary school in Rotherham , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1063 pupils, and a capacity of 1050 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,063

Pupils

1,050

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Oakwood High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Oakwood High 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 1063 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1050 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 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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Oakwood High School — School Information

Full address
Moorgate Road, Rotherham, S60 2UH
Local authority
Rotherham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
29% of pupils
DfE URN
140459

Other Secondary Schools in Rotherham

If Oakwood High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Rotherham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Oakwood High School

Is Oakwood High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Oakwood High School currently has 1063 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1050 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Oakwood High School?

Admission to Oakwood High 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 Oakwood High School cover?

Oakwood High School is a secondary school in Rotherham, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Oakwood High School?

Oakwood High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.