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Ringwood School Academy Catchment Area

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

Ringwood School Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Ringwood, Hampshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1626 pupils, and a capacity of 1591 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,626

Pupils

1,591

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Ringwood School Academy Catchment Area Information

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

Currently oversubscribed: 1626 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1591 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Hampshire 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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Ringwood School Academy — School Information

Full address
Parsonage Barn Lane, Ringwood, BH24 1SE
Local authority
Hampshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
17.7% of pupils
DfE URN
136657

Frequently Asked Questions — Ringwood School Academy

Is Ringwood School Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Ringwood School Academy currently has 1626 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1591 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Ringwood School Academy?

Admission to Ringwood School Academy is managed by Hampshire. 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 Ringwood School Academy cover?

Ringwood School Academy is a secondary school in Ringwood, Hampshire, 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 Ringwood School Academy?

Ringwood School Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.