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The Ryleys School Catchment Area

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

The Ryleys School is a other independent not applicable school in Alderley Edge, Cheshire East , serving pupils aged 1–11, with 271 pupils, and a capacity of 300 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

1–11

Age range

271

Pupils

300

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

The Ryleys School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 90% 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 Cheshire East before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Cheshire East catchment area documents →

The Ryleys School — School Information

Full address
Ryleys Lane, Alderley Edge, SK9 7UY
Local authority
Cheshire East
School type
Other independent school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
1–11 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
DfE URN
111468

Other Not applicable Schools in Alderley Edge

If The Ryleys School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Alderley Edge are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Ryleys School

Is The Ryleys School oversubscribed?

The Ryleys School is operating close to its capacity of 300 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Ryleys School?

Admission to The Ryleys School is managed by Cheshire East. 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 Ryleys School cover?

The Ryleys School is a not applicable school in Alderley Edge, Cheshire East, serving pupils aged 1–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.