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Ashfield Junior School Catchment Area

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

Ashfield Junior School is a community primary school in Workington, Cumberland , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 255 pupils, and a capacity of 256 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

255

Pupils

256

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2024

Ashfield Junior School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Ashfield Junior School is set by Cumberland and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 100% 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 Cumberland 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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Ashfield Junior School — School Information

Full address
High Street, Workington, CA14 4ES
Local authority
Cumberland
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
21.6% of pupils
DfE URN
112147

Other Primary Schools in Workington

If Ashfield Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Workington are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ashfield Junior School

Is Ashfield Junior School oversubscribed?

Ashfield Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 256 places (100% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ashfield Junior School?

Admission to Ashfield Junior School is managed by Cumberland. 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 Ashfield Junior School cover?

Ashfield Junior School is a primary school in Workington, Cumberland, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ashfield Junior School?

Ashfield Junior School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.