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East Preston Junior School Catchment Area

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

East Preston Junior School is a academy converter primary school in Littlehampton, West Sussex , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 349 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

349

Pupils

360

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

East Preston Junior School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 97% 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 Sussex 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 Preston Junior School — School Information

Full address
Lashmar Road, East Preston, Littlehampton, BN16 1EZ
Local authority
West Sussex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
15.5% of pupils
DfE URN
144244

Other Primary Schools in Littlehampton

If East Preston Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Littlehampton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — East Preston Junior School

Is East Preston Junior School oversubscribed?

East Preston Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 360 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for East Preston Junior School?

Admission to East Preston Junior School is managed by West Sussex. 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 Preston Junior School cover?

East Preston Junior School is a primary school in Littlehampton, West Sussex, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for East Preston Junior School?

East Preston Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.