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Ryburn Valley High School Catchment Area

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

Ryburn Valley High School is a academy converter secondary school in Sowerby Bridge, Calderdale , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1614 pupils, and a capacity of 1500 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,614

Pupils

1,500

Capacity

108%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Ryburn Valley High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ryburn Valley High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Calderdale. 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: 1614 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1500 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 Calderdale 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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Ryburn Valley High School — School Information

Full address
St Peter's Avenue, Sowerby, Sowerby Bridge, HX6 1DF
Local authority
Calderdale
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
25.2% of pupils
DfE URN
141307

Other Secondary Schools in Sowerby Bridge

If Ryburn Valley High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Sowerby Bridge are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ryburn Valley High School

Is Ryburn Valley High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Ryburn Valley High School currently has 1614 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1500 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Ryburn Valley High School?

Admission to Ryburn Valley High School is managed by Calderdale. 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 Ryburn Valley High School cover?

Ryburn Valley High School is a secondary school in Sowerby Bridge, Calderdale, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ryburn Valley High School?

Ryburn Valley High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.