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South Craven School Catchment Area

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

South Craven School is a academy converter secondary school in Keighley, North Yorkshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1860 pupils, and a capacity of 1769 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,860

Pupils

1,769

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

South Craven School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, South Craven 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 1860 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1769 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 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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South Craven School — School Information

Full address
Holme Lane, Cross Hills, Keighley, BD20 7RL
Local authority
North Yorkshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
16.3% of pupils
DfE URN
136736

Other Secondary Schools in Keighley

If South Craven School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Keighley are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — South Craven School

Is South Craven School oversubscribed?

Yes — South Craven School currently has 1860 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1769 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for South Craven School?

Admission to South Craven 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 South Craven School cover?

South Craven School is a secondary school in Keighley, North Yorkshire, 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 South Craven School?

South Craven School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.