Schools in Pontypridd

How many schools are there in Pontypridd?

Pontypridd has 19 open schools: 14 state primary, 4 state secondary or all-through and 1 other.

Source: DfE Get Information About Schools

Do schools in Pontypridd have catchment areas?

In Wales each school has a catchment area, published by Rhondda Cynon Taf on its website. Living in it normally gives priority, but not a guaranteed place when a school is oversubscribed.

How do I apply for a school place in Pontypridd?

Apply to Rhondda Cynon Taf for the schools you want. Welsh admission deadlines are set by each local authority rather than nationally, so check Rhondda Cynon Taf's admissions pages for this year's closing date.