Wensleydale School Catchment Area
Wensleydale School is a community secondary school in Leyburn, North Yorkshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 388 pupils, and a capacity of 440 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
388
Pupils
440
Capacity
88%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2022
Wensleydale School Catchment Area Information
Secondary school places at Wensleydale School are allocated by North Yorkshire using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by North Yorkshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find North Yorkshire catchment area documents →Wensleydale School — School Information
- Full address
- Richmond Road, Leyburn, DL8 5HY
- Local authority
- North Yorkshire
- School type
- Community school
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 17.3% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 121679
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Frequently Asked Questions — Wensleydale School
Is Wensleydale School oversubscribed? ▾
Wensleydale School has a capacity of 440 places and currently has 388 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with North Yorkshire.
What is the admissions policy for Wensleydale School? ▾
Admission to Wensleydale School is managed by North Yorkshire. 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 Wensleydale School cover? ▾
Wensleydale School is a secondary school in Leyburn, North Yorkshire, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.
What is the Ofsted rating for Wensleydale School? ▾
Wensleydale School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.