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Earl Spencer Primary School Catchment Area

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

Earl Spencer Primary School is a community primary school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 391 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

391

Pupils

420

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Earl Spencer Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Earl Spencer Primary School is set by West Northamptonshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 93% 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 West Northamptonshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find West Northamptonshire catchment area documents →

Earl Spencer Primary School — School Information

Full address
Streatfield Road, Spencer Estate, Northampton, NN5 7DE
Local authority
West Northamptonshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
27.4% of pupils
DfE URN
121912

Other Primary Schools in Northampton

If Earl Spencer Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Northampton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Earl Spencer Primary School

Is Earl Spencer Primary School oversubscribed?

Earl Spencer Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Earl Spencer Primary School?

Admission to Earl Spencer Primary School is managed by West Northamptonshire. 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 Earl Spencer Primary School cover?

Earl Spencer Primary School is a primary school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.