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The Ravensbourne School Catchment Area

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

The Ravensbourne School is a academy converter secondary school in Bromley , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1531 pupils, and a capacity of 1330 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,531

Pupils

1,330

Capacity

115%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

The Ravensbourne School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Ravensbourne School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bromley. 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: 1531 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1330 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 Bromley 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 Ravensbourne School — School Information

Full address
Hayes Lane, Bromley, BR2 9EH
Local authority
Bromley
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
29.9% of pupils
DfE URN
136540

Other Secondary Schools in Bromley

If The Ravensbourne School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bromley are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Ravensbourne School

Is The Ravensbourne School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Ravensbourne School currently has 1531 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1330 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Ravensbourne School?

Admission to The Ravensbourne School is managed by Bromley. 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 Ravensbourne School cover?

The Ravensbourne School is a secondary school in Bromley, 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 The Ravensbourne School?

The Ravensbourne School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.