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Ridgeway Secondary School Catchment Area

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

Ridgeway Secondary School is a academy converter secondary school in Redditch, Worcestershire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 338 pupils, and a capacity of 600 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–16

Age range

338

Pupils

600

Capacity

56%

Fill rate

Inadequate

Ofsted 2021

Ridgeway Secondary School Catchment Area Information

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

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Worcestershire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Worcestershire catchment area documents →

Ridgeway Secondary School — School Information

Full address
Evesham Road, Redditch, B96 6BD
Local authority
Worcestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
17.2% of pupils
DfE URN
149437

Other Secondary Schools in Redditch

If Ridgeway Secondary School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Redditch are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ridgeway Secondary School

Is Ridgeway Secondary School oversubscribed?

Ridgeway Secondary School has a capacity of 600 places and currently has 338 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Worcestershire.

What is the admissions policy for Ridgeway Secondary School?

Admission to Ridgeway Secondary School is managed by Worcestershire. 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 Secondary School cover?

Ridgeway Secondary School is a secondary school in Redditch, Worcestershire, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ridgeway Secondary School?

Ridgeway Secondary School was rated Inadequate by Ofsted in 2021. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.