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Churchfields Primary School Catchment Area

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

Churchfields Primary School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Newcastle, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 389 pupils, and a capacity of 415 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

389

Pupils

415

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Churchfields Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Churchfields Primary School 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.

Operating near capacity: 94% 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 Staffordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Staffordshire catchment area documents →

Churchfields Primary School — School Information

Full address
School Street, Chesterton, Newcastle, ST5 7HY
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
30% of pupils
DfE URN
140195

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Churchfields Primary School

Is Churchfields Primary School oversubscribed?

Churchfields Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 415 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Churchfields Primary School?

Admission to Churchfields Primary School 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 Churchfields Primary School cover?

Churchfields Primary School is a primary school in Newcastle, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.