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Abington Vale Primary School Catchment Area

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

Abington Vale Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 427 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

427

Pupils

420

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Abington Vale Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Abington Vale Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with West Northamptonshire. 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: 427 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 West Northamptonshire 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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Abington Vale Primary School — School Information

Full address
Ashford Close, Abington Vale, Northampton, NN3 3NQ
Local authority
West Northamptonshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
10.4% of pupils
DfE URN
138952

Other Primary Schools in Northampton

If Abington Vale Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Northampton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Abington Vale Primary School

Is Abington Vale Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Abington Vale Primary School currently has 427 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Abington Vale Primary School?

Admission to Abington Vale Primary School is managed by West Northamptonshire. 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 Abington Vale Primary School cover?

Abington Vale Primary School is a primary school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Abington Vale Primary School?

Abington Vale Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.