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Ambleside Primary School Catchment Area

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

Ambleside Primary School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Nottingham , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 633 pupils, and a capacity of 630 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

633

Pupils

630

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2022

Ambleside Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ambleside Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Nottingham. 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: 633 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 630 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 Nottingham 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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Ambleside Primary School — School Information

Full address
Minver Crescent, Aspley, Nottingham, NG8 5PN
Local authority
Nottingham
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
48.4% of pupils
DfE URN
145506

Other Primary Schools in Nottingham

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Ambleside Primary School

Is Ambleside Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Ambleside Primary School currently has 633 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 630 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Ambleside Primary School?

Admission to Ambleside Primary School is managed by Nottingham. 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 Ambleside Primary School cover?

Ambleside Primary School is a primary school in Nottingham, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ambleside Primary School?

Ambleside Primary School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.