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Ridgewood School Catchment Area

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

Ridgewood School is a academy converter secondary school in Doncaster , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 1453 pupils, and a capacity of 1512 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–19

Age range

1,453

Pupils

1,512

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Ridgewood School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ridgewood School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Doncaster. 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: 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 Doncaster 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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Ridgewood School — School Information

Full address
Barnsley Road, Scawsby, Doncaster, DN5 7UB
Local authority
Doncaster
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
21% of pupils
DfE URN
137603

Other Secondary Schools in Doncaster

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Ridgewood School

Is Ridgewood School oversubscribed?

Ridgewood School is operating close to its capacity of 1512 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ridgewood School?

Admission to Ridgewood School is managed by Doncaster. 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 Ridgewood School cover?

Ridgewood School is a secondary school in Doncaster, 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 Ridgewood School?

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