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Caister Junior School Catchment Area

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

Caister Junior School is a community primary school in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 332 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

332

Pupils

360

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Caister Junior School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 92% 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 Norfolk 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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Caister Junior School — School Information

Full address
Caister Junior School, Kingston Avenue, Great Yarmouth, NR30 5ET
Local authority
Norfolk
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
31% of pupils
DfE URN
120795

Other Primary Schools in Great Yarmouth

If Caister Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Great Yarmouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Caister Junior School

Is Caister Junior School oversubscribed?

Caister Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 360 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Caister Junior School?

Admission to Caister Junior School is managed by Norfolk. 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 Caister Junior School cover?

Caister Junior School is a primary school in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, 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 Caister Junior School?

Caister Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.