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Riverbank School Catchment Area

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

Riverbank School is a academy special sponsor led not applicable school in Coventry , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 208 pupils, and a capacity of 150 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–19

Age range

208

Pupils

150

Capacity

139%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2017

Riverbank School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Riverbank School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Coventry. 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: 208 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 150 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 Coventry 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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Riverbank School — School Information

Full address
Princethorpe Way, Coventry, CV3 2QD
Local authority
Coventry
School type
Academy special sponsor led
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–19 years
Free school meals
51.3% of pupils
DfE URN
141376

Other Not applicable Schools in Coventry

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Riverbank School

Is Riverbank School oversubscribed?

Yes — Riverbank School currently has 208 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 150 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Riverbank School?

Admission to Riverbank School is managed by Coventry. 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 Riverbank School cover?

Riverbank School is a not applicable school in Coventry, 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 Riverbank School?

Riverbank School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.