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Rosewood Free School Catchment Area

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

Rosewood Free School is a free s special not applicable school in Southampton , serving pupils aged 2–19, with 70 pupils, and a capacity of 77 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–19

Age range

70

Pupils

77

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2014

Rosewood Free School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 91% 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 Southampton 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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Rosewood Free School — School Information

Full address
Aldermoor Road, Southampton, SO16 5NA
Local authority
Southampton
School type
Free schools special
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–19 years
Free school meals
18.5% of pupils
DfE URN
139265

Other Not applicable Schools in Southampton

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Rosewood Free School

Is Rosewood Free School oversubscribed?

Rosewood Free School is operating close to its capacity of 77 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Rosewood Free School?

Admission to Rosewood Free School is managed by Southampton. 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 Rosewood Free School cover?

Rosewood Free School is a not applicable school in Southampton, serving pupils aged 2–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Rosewood Free School?

Rosewood Free School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.