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East Hunsbury Primary School Catchment Area

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

East Hunsbury Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 441 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

441

Pupils

420

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

East Hunsbury Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, East Hunsbury Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with West Northamptonshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 441 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 West Northamptonshire 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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East Hunsbury Primary School — School Information

Full address
Penvale Road, Northampton, NN4 0QW
Local authority
West Northamptonshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
11.3% of pupils
DfE URN
145206

Other Primary Schools in Northampton

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

Frequently Asked Questions — East Hunsbury Primary School

Is East Hunsbury Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — East Hunsbury Primary School currently has 441 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for East Hunsbury Primary School?

Admission to East Hunsbury 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 East Hunsbury Primary School cover?

East Hunsbury 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.

What is the Ofsted rating for East Hunsbury Primary School?

East Hunsbury Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.