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Rickmansworth School Catchment Area

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

Rickmansworth School is a academy converter secondary school in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1550 pupils, and a capacity of 1575 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,550

Pupils

1,575

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

Rickmansworth School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Rickmansworth School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Hertfordshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 98% 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 Hertfordshire 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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Rickmansworth School — School Information

Full address
Scots Hill, Rickmansworth, WD3 3AQ
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
6% of pupils
DfE URN
136606

Other Secondary Schools in Rickmansworth

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Rickmansworth School

Is Rickmansworth School oversubscribed?

Rickmansworth School is operating close to its capacity of 1575 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Rickmansworth School?

Admission to Rickmansworth School is managed by Hertfordshire. 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 Rickmansworth School cover?

Rickmansworth School is a secondary school in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, 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 Rickmansworth School?

Rickmansworth School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.