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Caroline Chisholm School Catchment Area

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

Caroline Chisholm School is a academy converter special school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire , serving pupils aged 4–18, with 2134 pupils, and a capacity of 2002 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–18

Age range

2,134

Pupils

2,002

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2020

Caroline Chisholm School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Caroline Chisholm School follows a different process from mainstream schools. West Northamptonshire assesses each child's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) to determine appropriate placement — catchment area does not apply in the same way as mainstream admissions.

Currently oversubscribed: 2134 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 2002 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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For more information on how West Northamptonshire assesses EHCP placements and which schools are named, contact the council's SEND team directly. The council must publish its Local Offer explaining available provision.

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Caroline Chisholm School — School Information

Full address
Wooldale Centre for Learning, Wootton Fields, Northampton, NN4 6TP
Local authority
West Northamptonshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Special
Age range
4–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
12.1% of pupils
DfE URN
137089

Other Special Schools in Northampton

If Caroline Chisholm School is oversubscribed, these special schools in Northampton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Caroline Chisholm School

Is Caroline Chisholm School oversubscribed?

Yes — Caroline Chisholm School currently has 2134 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 2002 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Caroline Chisholm School?

Admission to Caroline Chisholm School is managed by West Northamptonshire. 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 Caroline Chisholm School cover?

Caroline Chisholm School is a special school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, serving pupils aged 4–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Caroline Chisholm School?

Caroline Chisholm School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.