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Ford Primary School Catchment Area

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

Ford Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Plymouth , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 192 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

192

Pupils

210

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Ford Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ford Primary 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.

Operating near capacity: 91% 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 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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Ford Primary School — School Information

Full address
Cambridge Road, Ford, Plymouth, PL2 1PU
Local authority
Plymouth
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
48.6% of pupils
DfE URN
145652

Other Primary Schools in Plymouth

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Ford Primary School

Is Ford Primary School oversubscribed?

Ford Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ford Primary School?

Admission to Ford Primary 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 Ford Primary School cover?

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