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The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls Catchment Area

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

The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls is a academy converter secondary school in Romford, Havering , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1393 pupils, and a capacity of 1340 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,393

Pupils

1,340

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Havering. 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: 1393 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1340 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 Havering 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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The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls — School Information

Full address
Brentwood Road, Romford, RM1 2RR
Local authority
Havering
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Girls
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
22.5% of pupils
DfE URN
138326

Other Secondary Schools in Romford

If The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Romford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls

Is The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls oversubscribed?

Yes — The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls currently has 1393 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1340 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls?

Admission to The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls is managed by Havering. 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 The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls cover?

The Frances Bardsley Academy for Girls is a secondary school in Romford, Havering, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.