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Redwood Catchment Area

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

Redwood is a community special not applicable school in Rochdale , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 344 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–19

Age range

344

Pupils

360

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Redwood Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Redwood is set by Rochdale and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 96% 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 Rochdale 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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Redwood — School Information

Full address
Hudsons Walk, Rochdale, OL11 5EW
Local authority
Rochdale
School type
Community special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–19 years
Free school meals
50.4% of pupils
DfE URN
135202

Other Not applicable Schools in Rochdale

If Redwood is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Rochdale are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Redwood

Is Redwood oversubscribed?

Redwood is operating close to its capacity of 360 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Redwood?

Admission to Redwood is managed by Rochdale. 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 Redwood cover?

Redwood is a not applicable school in Rochdale, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Redwood?

Redwood was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.