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Edward the Elder Primary School Catchment Area

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

Edward the Elder Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Wolverhampton , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 243 pupils, and a capacity of 262 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

243

Pupils

262

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Edward the Elder Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Edward the Elder Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Wolverhampton. 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: 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 Wolverhampton 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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Edward the Elder Primary School — School Information

Full address
Moathouse Lane East, Wednesfield, Wolverhampton, WV11 3DB
Local authority
Wolverhampton
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
53.6% of pupils
DfE URN
143813

Other Primary Schools in Wolverhampton

If Edward the Elder Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Wolverhampton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Edward the Elder Primary School

Is Edward the Elder Primary School oversubscribed?

Edward the Elder Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 262 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Edward the Elder Primary School?

Admission to Edward the Elder Primary School is managed by Wolverhampton. 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 Edward the Elder Primary School cover?

Edward the Elder Primary School is a primary school in Wolverhampton, 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 Edward the Elder Primary School?

Edward the Elder Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.