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Bitterne Church of England Primary School Catchment Area

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

Bitterne Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school in Southampton , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 410 pupils, and a capacity of 417 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

410

Pupils

417

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Bitterne Church of England Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Bitterne Church of England Primary School is managed by Southampton and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Operating near capacity: 98% 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 Southampton before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Southampton catchment area documents →

Bitterne Church of England Primary School — School Information

Full address
Brownlow Avenue, Bitterne, Southampton, SO19 7BX
Local authority
Southampton
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
24.6% of pupils
DfE URN
116339

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If Bitterne Church of England Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Southampton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Bitterne Church of England Primary School

Is Bitterne Church of England Primary School oversubscribed?

Bitterne Church of England Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 417 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Bitterne Church of England Primary School?

Bitterne Church of England Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Southampton before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Bitterne Church of England Primary School cover?

Bitterne Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Southampton, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.