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East Ward Community Primary School Catchment Area

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

East Ward Community Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Bury , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 476 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

476

Pupils

420

Capacity

113%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2011

East Ward Community Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, East Ward Community Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bury. 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: 476 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 Bury 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 Ward Community Primary School — School Information

Full address
Willow Street, Bury, BL9 7QZ
Local authority
Bury
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
54.7% of pupils
DfE URN
144572

Other Primary Schools in Bury

If East Ward Community Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Bury are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — East Ward Community Primary School

Is East Ward Community Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — East Ward Community Primary School currently has 476 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 Ward Community Primary School?

Admission to East Ward Community Primary School is managed by Bury. 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 Ward Community Primary School cover?

East Ward Community Primary School is a primary school in Bury, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for East Ward Community Primary School?

East Ward Community Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2011. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.