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Appleton Thorn Primary School Catchment Area

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

Appleton Thorn Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Warrington , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 202 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

202

Pupils

210

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2010

Appleton Thorn Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Appleton Thorn Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Warrington. 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: 96% 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 Warrington 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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Appleton Thorn Primary School — School Information

Full address
Arley Road, Appleton Thorn, Warrington, WA4 4RW
Local authority
Warrington
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
8.4% of pupils
DfE URN
149676

Other Primary Schools in Warrington

If Appleton Thorn Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Warrington are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Appleton Thorn Primary School

Is Appleton Thorn Primary School oversubscribed?

Appleton Thorn Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Appleton Thorn Primary School?

Admission to Appleton Thorn Primary School is managed by Warrington. 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 Appleton Thorn Primary School cover?

Appleton Thorn Primary School is a primary school in Warrington, 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 Appleton Thorn Primary School?

Appleton Thorn Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2010. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.