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The Ryde School Catchment Area

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

The Ryde School is a community primary school in Hatfield, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 205 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

205

Pupils

210

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

The Ryde School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for The Ryde School is set by Hertfordshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 98% 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 Hertfordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Hertfordshire catchment area documents →

The Ryde School — School Information

Full address
Pleasant Rise, Hatfield, AL9 5DR
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
18% of pupils
DfE URN
117313

Other Primary Schools in Hatfield

If The Ryde School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Hatfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Ryde School

Is The Ryde School oversubscribed?

The Ryde School is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Ryde School?

Admission to The Ryde School is managed by Hertfordshire. 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 Ryde School cover?

The Ryde School is a primary school in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Ryde School?

The Ryde School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.