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Charnwood Primary School Catchment Area

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

Charnwood Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Leicester , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 434 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

434

Pupils

420

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2009

Charnwood Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Charnwood Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Leicester. 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: 434 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 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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Charnwood Primary School — School Information

Full address
Nedham Street, Leicester, LE2 0HE
Local authority
Leicester
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
14.2% of pupils
DfE URN
149647

Other Primary Schools in Leicester

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Charnwood Primary School

Is Charnwood Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Charnwood Primary School currently has 434 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Charnwood Primary School?

Admission to Charnwood Primary 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 Charnwood Primary School cover?

Charnwood Primary School is a primary school in Leicester, 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 School?

Charnwood Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2009. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.