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Ripplevale School Catchment Area

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

Ripplevale School is a other independent special not applicable school in Deal, Kent , serving pupils aged 6–18, with 188 pupils, and a capacity of 200 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

6–18

Age range

188

Pupils

200

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Ripplevale School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 94% 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 Kent 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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Ripplevale School — School Information

Full address
Chapel Lane, Ripple, Deal, CT14 8JG
Local authority
Kent
School type
Other independent special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
6–18 years
DfE URN
118995

Other Not applicable Schools in Deal

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Ripplevale School

Is Ripplevale School oversubscribed?

Ripplevale School is operating close to its capacity of 200 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ripplevale School?

Admission to Ripplevale School is managed by Kent. 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 Ripplevale School cover?

Ripplevale School is a not applicable school in Deal, Kent, serving pupils aged 6–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.