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Ralph Allen School Catchment Area

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

Ralph Allen School is a academy converter secondary school in Bath, Bath and North East Somerset , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1382 pupils, and a capacity of 1300 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,382

Pupils

1,300

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Ralph Allen School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ralph Allen 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: 1382 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1300 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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Ralph Allen School — School Information

Full address
Claverton Down Road, Combe Down, Bath, BA2 7AD
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
17.9% of pupils
DfE URN
138522

Other Secondary Schools in Bath

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Ralph Allen School

Is Ralph Allen School oversubscribed?

Yes — Ralph Allen School currently has 1382 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1300 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Ralph Allen School?

Admission to Ralph Allen 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 Ralph Allen School cover?

Ralph Allen 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 Ralph Allen School?

Ralph Allen School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.