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Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School Catchment Area

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

Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school in Downham Market, Norfolk , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 108 pupils, and a capacity of 112 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

108

Pupils

112

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School is managed by Norfolk 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.

Operating near capacity: 96% 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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Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School — School Information

Full address
19 Ryston Road, Denver, Downham Market, PE38 0DP
Local authority
Norfolk
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
20.4% of pupils
DfE URN
121069

Other Primary Schools in Downham Market

If Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Downham Market are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Is Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School oversubscribed?

Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 112 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Norfolk before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School cover?

Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a primary school in Downham Market, 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 Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

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