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Chestnut Lane School Catchment Area

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

Chestnut Lane School is a community primary school in Amersham, Buckinghamshire , serving pupils aged 3–7, with 200 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–7

Age range

200

Pupils

210

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Chestnut Lane School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 95% 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 Buckinghamshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Buckinghamshire catchment area documents →

Chestnut Lane School — School Information

Full address
105 Chestnut Lane, Amersham, HP6 6EF
Local authority
Buckinghamshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–7 years
Free school meals
8.2% of pupils
DfE URN
110294

Other Primary Schools in Amersham

If Chestnut Lane School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Amersham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Chestnut Lane School

Is Chestnut Lane School oversubscribed?

Chestnut Lane School is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Chestnut Lane School?

Admission to Chestnut Lane School is managed by Buckinghamshire. 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 Chestnut Lane School cover?

Chestnut Lane School is a primary school in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, serving pupils aged 3–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.