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Oldfield School Catchment Area

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

Oldfield School is a academy converter secondary school in Bath, Bath and North East Somerset , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1275 pupils, and a capacity of 1096 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,275

Pupils

1,096

Capacity

116%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2020

Oldfield School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Oldfield School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bath and North East Somerset. 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: 1275 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1096 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 Bath and North East Somerset 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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Oldfield School — School Information

Full address
Kelston Road, Bath, BA1 9AB
Local authority
Bath and North East Somerset
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
22.1% of pupils
DfE URN
136483

Other Secondary Schools in Bath

If Oldfield School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bath are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Oldfield School

Is Oldfield School oversubscribed?

Yes — Oldfield School currently has 1275 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1096 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Oldfield School?

Admission to Oldfield School is managed by Bath and North East Somerset. 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 Oldfield School cover?

Oldfield School is a secondary school in Bath, Bath and North East Somerset, 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 Oldfield School?

Oldfield School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.