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Balby Central Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Balby Central Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Doncaster , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 445 pupils, and a capacity of 480 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

445

Pupils

480

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Balby Central Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Balby Central Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Doncaster. 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: 93% 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 Doncaster 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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Balby Central Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Littlemoor Lane, Balby, Doncaster, DN4 0LL
Local authority
Doncaster
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
40% of pupils
DfE URN
143962

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Frequently Asked Questions — Balby Central Primary Academy

Is Balby Central Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Balby Central Primary Academy is operating close to its capacity of 480 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Balby Central Primary Academy?

Admission to Balby Central Primary Academy is managed by Doncaster. 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 Balby Central Primary Academy cover?

Balby Central Primary Academy is a primary school in Doncaster, 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 Balby Central Primary Academy?

Balby Central Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.