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Catherine Junior School Catchment Area

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

Catherine Junior School is a community primary school in Leicester , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 474 pupils, and a capacity of 480 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

474

Pupils

480

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Catherine Junior School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 99% 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 Leicester 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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Catherine Junior School — School Information

Full address
Brandon Street, Leicester, LE4 6AZ
Local authority
Leicester
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
23.2% of pupils
DfE URN
120003

Other Primary Schools in Leicester

If Catherine Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Leicester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Catherine Junior School

Is Catherine Junior School oversubscribed?

Catherine Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 480 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Catherine Junior School?

Admission to Catherine Junior School is managed by Leicester. 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 Catherine Junior School cover?

Catherine Junior School is a primary school in Leicester, 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 Catherine Junior School?

Catherine Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.