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Acomb Primary School Catchment Area

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

Acomb Primary School is a academy converter primary school in York , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 312 pupils, and a capacity of 315 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

312

Pupils

315

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

Acomb Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Acomb Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with York. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 99% 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 York 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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Acomb Primary School — School Information

Full address
West Bank, York, YO24 4ES
Local authority
York
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
14.4% of pupils
DfE URN
144265

Other Primary Schools in York

If Acomb Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in York are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Acomb Primary School

Is Acomb Primary School oversubscribed?

Acomb Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 315 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Acomb Primary School?

Admission to Acomb Primary School is managed by York. 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 Acomb Primary School cover?

Acomb Primary School is a primary school in York, 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 Acomb Primary School?

Acomb Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.