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Ghyllgrove Primary School Catchment Area

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

Ghyllgrove Primary School is a community primary school in Basildon, Essex , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 625 pupils, and a capacity of 630 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

625

Pupils

630

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Ghyllgrove Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Ghyllgrove Primary School is set by Essex 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 Essex 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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Ghyllgrove Primary School — School Information

Full address
The Gore, Basildon, SS14 2BG
Local authority
Essex
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
35.9% of pupils
DfE URN
114914

Other Primary Schools in Basildon

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Ghyllgrove Primary School

Is Ghyllgrove Primary School oversubscribed?

Ghyllgrove Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 630 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ghyllgrove Primary School?

Admission to Ghyllgrove Primary School is managed by Essex. 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 Ghyllgrove Primary School cover?

Ghyllgrove Primary School is a primary school in Basildon, Essex, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.