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Carswell Community Primary School Catchment Area

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

Carswell Community Primary School is a community primary school in Abingdon, Oxfordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 210 pupils, and a capacity of 200 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

210

Pupils

200

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Carswell Community Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Carswell Community Primary School is set by Oxfordshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Currently oversubscribed: 210 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 200 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Oxfordshire 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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Carswell Community Primary School — School Information

Full address
Bostock Road, Abingdon, OX14 1DP
Local authority
Oxfordshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
11.3% of pupils
DfE URN
123080

Other Primary Schools in Abingdon

If Carswell Community Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Abingdon are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Carswell Community Primary School

Is Carswell Community Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Carswell Community Primary School currently has 210 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 200 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Carswell Community Primary School?

Admission to Carswell Community Primary School is managed by Oxfordshire. 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 Carswell Community Primary School cover?

Carswell Community Primary School is a primary school in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, 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 Carswell Community Primary School?

Carswell Community Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.