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Crakehall Church of England Primary School Catchment Area

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

Crakehall Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school in Bedale, North Yorkshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 110 pupils, and a capacity of 106 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

110

Pupils

106

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Crakehall Church of England Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Crakehall Church of England Primary School is managed by North Yorkshire and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 110 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 106 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 North Yorkshire 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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Crakehall Church of England Primary School — School Information

Full address
The Green, Crakehall, Bedale, DL8 1HP
Local authority
North Yorkshire
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
6.4% of pupils
DfE URN
121483

Other Primary Schools in Bedale

If Crakehall Church of England Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Bedale are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Crakehall Church of England Primary School

Is Crakehall Church of England Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Crakehall Church of England Primary School currently has 110 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 106 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Crakehall Church of England Primary School?

Crakehall Church of England Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by North Yorkshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Crakehall Church of England Primary School cover?

Crakehall Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Bedale, North Yorkshire, 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 Crakehall Church of England Primary School?

Crakehall Church of England Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.