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Elmwood Junior School Catchment Area

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

Elmwood Junior School is a community primary school in Croydon , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 476 pupils, and a capacity of 480 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

476

Pupils

480

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Elmwood Junior School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Elmwood Junior School is set by Croydon and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 99% 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 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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Elmwood Junior School — School Information

Full address
Lodge Road, Croydon, CR0 2PL
Local authority
Croydon
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
38.2% of pupils
DfE URN
101720

Other Primary Schools in Croydon

If Elmwood Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Croydon are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Elmwood Junior School

Is Elmwood Junior School oversubscribed?

Elmwood Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 480 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Elmwood Junior School?

Admission to Elmwood Junior 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 Elmwood Junior School cover?

Elmwood Junior School is a primary school in Croydon, 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 Elmwood Junior School?

Elmwood Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.