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The Open University Catchment Area

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

The Open University is a higher education institutions not applicable school in Milton Keynes . Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby not applicable schools below.

The Open University Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for The Open University?

The catchment area for The Open University is the geographic zone Milton Keynes uses to prioritise admissions when this not applicable school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Milton Keynes publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

The catchment area for The Open University is set by Milton Keynes and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

The official admissions policy, including the catchment boundary map, is published by Milton Keynes 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 Open University: School Information

Full address
Walton Hall, Milton Keynes, MK7 6AA
Local authority
Milton Keynes
School type
Higher education institutions
Phase of education
Not applicable
DfE URN
133849

Other Not applicable Schools in Milton Keynes

If The Open University is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Milton Keynes are the next closest alternatives.

Nearest not applicable schools by distance

These are the not applicable schools closest to The Open University by straight-line distance, including ones across a town or council boundary. Distance is not the same as being in catchment: always check each school's own admissions policy for its actual boundary.

Frequently Asked Questions: The Open University

What is the catchment area for The Open University?

The catchment area for The Open University is the geographic zone Milton Keynes uses to prioritise admissions when this not applicable school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Milton Keynes publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Is The Open University oversubscribed?

The Open University has a capacity of N/A places. For the most up-to-date data, check with Milton Keynes.

What is the admissions policy for The Open University?

Admission to The Open University is managed by Milton Keynes. 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.

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