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Ridgeway School Catchment Area

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

Ridgeway School is a community special not applicable school in Bedford , serving pupils aged 2–19, with 122 pupils, and a capacity of 125 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–19

Age range

122

Pupils

125

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Ridgeway School Catchment Area Information

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

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 Bedford 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 School — School Information

Full address
Hill Rise, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 7EB
Local authority
Bedford
School type
Community special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–19 years
Free school meals
35.6% of pupils
DfE URN
109742

Other Not applicable Schools in Bedford

If Ridgeway School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Bedford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ridgeway School

Is Ridgeway School oversubscribed?

Ridgeway School is operating close to its capacity of 125 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ridgeway School?

Admission to Ridgeway School is managed by Bedford. 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 School cover?

Ridgeway School is a not applicable school in Bedford, serving pupils aged 2–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ridgeway School?

Ridgeway School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.