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Ralph Thoresby School Catchment Area

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

Ralph Thoresby School is a foundation secondary school in Leeds , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1004 pupils, and a capacity of 1037 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,004

Pupils

1,037

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Ralph Thoresby School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Ralph Thoresby School are allocated by Leeds using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Operating near capacity: 97% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Leeds 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 Thoresby School — School Information

Full address
Holtdale Approach, Leeds, LS16 7RX
Local authority
Leeds
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
32.2% of pupils
DfE URN
108075

Other Secondary Schools in Leeds

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Ralph Thoresby School

Is Ralph Thoresby School oversubscribed?

Ralph Thoresby School is operating close to its capacity of 1037 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ralph Thoresby School?

Admission to Ralph Thoresby School is managed by Leeds. 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 Thoresby School cover?

Ralph Thoresby School is a secondary school in Leeds, 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 Thoresby School?

Ralph Thoresby School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.