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Colby Primary School Catchment Area

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

Colby Primary School is a community primary school in Norwich, Norfolk , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 146 pupils, and a capacity of 150 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

146

Pupils

150

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Colby Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Colby Primary School is set by Norfolk 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 Norfolk 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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Colby Primary School — School Information

Full address
Bridge Road, Colby, Norwich, NR11 7EA
Local authority
Norfolk
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
5.5% of pupils
DfE URN
120798

Other Primary Schools in Norwich

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Colby Primary School

Is Colby Primary School oversubscribed?

Colby Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 150 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Colby Primary School?

Admission to Colby Primary School is managed by Norfolk. 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 Colby Primary School cover?

Colby Primary School is a primary school in Norwich, Norfolk, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Colby Primary School?

Colby Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.