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Rye Hills Academy Catchment Area

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

Rye Hills Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 789 pupils, and a capacity of 1175 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–16

Age range

789

Pupils

1,175

Capacity

67%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Rye Hills Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Rye Hills Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Redcar and Cleveland. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Redcar and Cleveland before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Redcar and Cleveland catchment area documents →

Rye Hills Academy — School Information

Full address
Redcar Lane, Redcar, TS10 2HN
Local authority
Redcar and Cleveland
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
30.3% of pupils
DfE URN
148728

Other Secondary Schools in Redcar

If Rye Hills Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Redcar are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Rye Hills Academy

Is Rye Hills Academy oversubscribed?

Rye Hills Academy has a capacity of 1175 places and currently has 789 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Redcar and Cleveland.

What is the admissions policy for Rye Hills Academy?

Admission to Rye Hills Academy is managed by Redcar and Cleveland. 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 Rye Hills Academy cover?

Rye Hills Academy is a secondary school in Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Rye Hills Academy?

Rye Hills Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.