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Ryedale School Catchment Area

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

Ryedale School is a academy converter secondary school in York, North Yorkshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 704 pupils, and a capacity of 723 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

704

Pupils

723

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

Ryedale School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ryedale School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with North Yorkshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 97% 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 North Yorkshire 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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Ryedale School — School Information

Full address
Gale Lane, Nawton, York, YO62 7SL
Local authority
North Yorkshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
16.8% of pupils
DfE URN
148377

Other Secondary Schools in York

If Ryedale School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in York are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ryedale School

Is Ryedale School oversubscribed?

Ryedale School is operating close to its capacity of 723 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ryedale School?

Admission to Ryedale School is managed by North Yorkshire. 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 Ryedale School cover?

Ryedale School is a secondary school in York, North Yorkshire, 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 Ryedale School?

Ryedale School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.