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Ecclesbourne Primary School Catchment Area

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

Ecclesbourne Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Thornton Heath, Croydon , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 443 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

443

Pupils

420

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Ecclesbourne Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ecclesbourne Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Croydon. 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: 443 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 Croydon 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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Ecclesbourne Primary School — School Information

Full address
Attlee Close, Thornton Heath, CR7 7FA
Local authority
Croydon
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
33.3% of pupils
DfE URN
136566

Other Primary Schools in Thornton Heath

If Ecclesbourne Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Thornton Heath are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ecclesbourne Primary School

Is Ecclesbourne Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Ecclesbourne Primary School currently has 443 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Ecclesbourne Primary School?

Admission to Ecclesbourne Primary School is managed by Croydon. 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 Ecclesbourne Primary School cover?

Ecclesbourne Primary School is a primary school in Thornton Heath, Croydon, 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 Ecclesbourne Primary School?

Ecclesbourne Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.