River Academy Catchment Area
River Academy is a free s secondary school in Reading , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 186 pupils, and a capacity of 1200 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–18
Age range
186
Pupils
1,200
Capacity
16%
Fill rate
River Academy Catchment Area Information
Secondary school places at River Academy are allocated by Reading using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Reading before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Reading catchment area documents →River Academy — School Information
- Full address
- 7 Richfield Avenue, Reading, RG1 8EQ
- Local authority
- Reading
- School type
- Free schools
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–18 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 28.5% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 150728
Other Secondary Schools in Reading
If River Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Reading are the next closest alternatives.
The Willink School Catchment Area
Community school · RG7 3XJ
Little Heath School Catchment Area
Voluntary aided school · RG31 5TY
Blessed Hugh Faringdon Catholic School Catchment Area
Voluntary aided school · RG30 3EP
Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre Catchment Area
Academy converter · RG4 8LR
Kendrick School Catchment Area
Academy converter · RG1 5BN
Reading School Catchment Area
Academy converter · RG1 5LW
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Frequently Asked Questions — River Academy
Is River Academy oversubscribed? ▾
River Academy has a capacity of 1200 places and currently has 186 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Reading.
What is the admissions policy for River Academy? ▾
Admission to River Academy is managed by Reading. 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 River Academy cover? ▾
River Academy is a secondary school in Reading, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.