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Broomfield Primary School Catchment Area

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

Broomfield Primary School is a foundation primary school in Chelmsford, Essex , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 419 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

419

Pupils

420

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Broomfield Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Broomfield Primary School is set by Essex 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 Essex 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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Broomfield Primary School — School Information

Full address
School Lane, Broomfield, Chelmsford, CM1 7DN
Local authority
Essex
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
17.2% of pupils
DfE URN
115292

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Broomfield Primary School

Is Broomfield Primary School oversubscribed?

Broomfield Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (100% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Broomfield Primary School?

Admission to Broomfield Primary School is managed by Essex. 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 Broomfield Primary School cover?

Broomfield Primary School is a primary school in Chelmsford, Essex, 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 Broomfield Primary School?

Broomfield Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.