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Ormiston Rivers Academy Catchment Area

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

Ormiston Rivers Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1077 pupils, and a capacity of 1050 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,077

Pupils

1,050

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Ormiston Rivers Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ormiston Rivers Academy 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: 1077 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 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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Ormiston Rivers Academy — School Information

Full address
Southminster Road, Brownhills, Burnham-on-Crouch, CM0 8QB
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
16.3% of pupils
DfE URN
137152

Frequently Asked Questions — Ormiston Rivers Academy

Is Ormiston Rivers Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Ormiston Rivers Academy currently has 1077 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1050 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Ormiston Rivers Academy?

Admission to Ormiston Rivers Academy 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 Ormiston Rivers Academy cover?

Ormiston Rivers Academy is a secondary school in Burnham-on-Crouch, 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 Ormiston Rivers Academy?

Ormiston Rivers Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.