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Rivertree Free School Catchment Area

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

Rivertree Free School is a free s special not applicable school in Bedford , serving pupils aged 2-11, and a capacity of 200 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby not applicable schools below.

2-11

Age range

200

Capacity

Rivertree Free School Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for Rivertree Free School?

The catchment area for Rivertree Free School is the geographic zone Bedford uses to prioritise admissions when this not applicable school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Bedford publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

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

The official admissions policy, including the catchment boundary map, is published by Bedford 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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Rivertree Free School: School Information

Full address
Hillgrounds Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 8QP
Local authority
Bedford
School type
Free schools special
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2-11 years
DfE URN
150792

Other Not applicable Schools in Bedford

If Rivertree Free School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Bedford are the next closest alternatives.

Nearest not applicable schools by distance

These are the not applicable schools closest to Rivertree Free School by straight-line distance, including ones across a town or council boundary. Distance is not the same as being in catchment: always check each school's own admissions policy for its actual boundary.

Frequently Asked Questions: Rivertree Free School

What is the catchment area for Rivertree Free School?

The catchment area for Rivertree Free School is the geographic zone Bedford uses to prioritise admissions when this not applicable school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Bedford publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Is Rivertree Free School oversubscribed?

Rivertree Free School has a capacity of 200 places. For the most up-to-date data, check with Bedford.

What is the admissions policy for Rivertree Free School?

Admission to Rivertree Free School is managed by Bedford. 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 Rivertree Free School cover?

Rivertree Free School is a not applicable school in Bedford, serving pupils aged 2-11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

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