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Dorking Nursery School Catchment Area

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

Dorking Nursery School is a local authority nursery nursery school in Dorking, Surrey , serving pupils aged 2-5, with 112 pupils. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby nursery schools below.

2-5

Age range

112

Pupils

Outstanding

Ofsted 2012

Dorking Nursery School Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for Dorking Nursery School?

The catchment area for Dorking Nursery School is the geographic zone Surrey uses to prioritise admissions when this nursery school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Surrey publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

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

The official admissions policy, including the catchment boundary map, is published by Surrey 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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Dorking Nursery School: School Information

Full address
West Street, Dorking, RH4 1BY
Local authority
Surrey
School type
Local authority nursery school
Phase of education
Nursery
Age range
2-5 years
Free school meals
7.3% of pupils
DfE URN
124912

Nearest nursery schools by distance

These are the nursery schools closest to Dorking Nursery School by straight-line distance, including ones across a town or council boundary. Distance is not the same as being in catchment: always check each school's own admissions policy for its actual boundary.

Frequently Asked Questions: Dorking Nursery School

What is the catchment area for Dorking Nursery School?

The catchment area for Dorking Nursery School is the geographic zone Surrey uses to prioritise admissions when this nursery school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Surrey publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Is Dorking Nursery School oversubscribed?

Dorking Nursery School has a capacity of N/A places and currently has 112 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Surrey.

What is the admissions policy for Dorking Nursery School?

Admission to Dorking Nursery School is managed by Surrey. 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 Dorking Nursery School cover?

Dorking Nursery School is a nursery school in Dorking, Surrey, serving pupils aged 2-5. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Dorking Nursery School?

Dorking Nursery School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.

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