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Ridgeway Primary School Catchment Area

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

Ridgeway Primary School is a community primary school in South Croydon, Croydon , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 642 pupils, and a capacity of 708 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

642

Pupils

708

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Ridgeway Primary School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 91% 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 Croydon 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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Ridgeway Primary School — School Information

Full address
Southcote Road, South Croydon, CR2 0EQ
Local authority
Croydon
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
5.1% of pupils
DfE URN
130915

Other Primary Schools in South Croydon

If Ridgeway Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in South Croydon are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ridgeway Primary School

Is Ridgeway Primary School oversubscribed?

Ridgeway Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 708 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ridgeway Primary School?

Admission to Ridgeway Primary School is managed by Croydon. 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 Ridgeway Primary School cover?

Ridgeway Primary School is a primary school in South Croydon, Croydon, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ridgeway Primary School?

Ridgeway Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.