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Christchurch Primary School Catchment Area

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

Christchurch Primary School is a community primary school in Ilford, Redbridge , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 1117 pupils, and a capacity of 1154 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

1,117

Pupils

1,154

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Christchurch Primary School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 97% 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 Redbridge before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Redbridge catchment area documents →

Christchurch Primary School — School Information

Full address
Wellesley Road, Ilford, IG1 4LQ
Local authority
Redbridge
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
14.8% of pupils
DfE URN
131847

Other Primary Schools in Ilford

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Christchurch Primary School

Is Christchurch Primary School oversubscribed?

Christchurch Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 1154 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Christchurch Primary School?

Admission to Christchurch Primary School is managed by Redbridge. 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 Christchurch Primary School cover?

Christchurch Primary School is a primary school in Ilford, Redbridge, 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 Christchurch Primary School?

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