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Charnwood Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Charnwood Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Lichfield, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 217 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

217

Pupils

210

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Charnwood Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Charnwood Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Staffordshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 217 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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 Staffordshire 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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Charnwood Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Purcell Avenue, Lichfield, WS13 7PH
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
41.3% of pupils
DfE URN
145680

Other Primary Schools in Lichfield

If Charnwood Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Lichfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Charnwood Primary Academy

Is Charnwood Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Charnwood Primary Academy currently has 217 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Charnwood Primary Academy?

Admission to Charnwood Primary Academy is managed by Staffordshire. 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 Charnwood Primary Academy cover?

Charnwood Primary Academy is a primary school in Lichfield, Staffordshire, 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 Charnwood Primary Academy?

Charnwood Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.