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Ernesettle Community School Catchment Area

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

Ernesettle Community School is a academy converter primary school in Plymouth , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 554 pupils, and a capacity of 525 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

554

Pupils

525

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2019

Ernesettle Community School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ernesettle Community School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Plymouth. 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: 554 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 525 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 Plymouth 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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Ernesettle Community School — School Information

Full address
Biggin Hill, Ernesettle, Plymouth, PL5 2RB
Local authority
Plymouth
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
31.9% of pupils
DfE URN
142545

Other Primary Schools in Plymouth

If Ernesettle Community School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Plymouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ernesettle Community School

Is Ernesettle Community School oversubscribed?

Yes — Ernesettle Community School currently has 554 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 525 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Ernesettle Community School?

Admission to Ernesettle Community School is managed by Plymouth. 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 Ernesettle Community School cover?

Ernesettle Community School is a primary school in Plymouth, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ernesettle Community School?

Ernesettle Community School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.