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Glemsford Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Glemsford Primary Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Sudbury, Suffolk , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 244 pupils, and a capacity of 259 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–11

Age range

244

Pupils

259

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Glemsford Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Glemsford Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Suffolk. 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: 94% 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 Suffolk 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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Glemsford Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Lion Road, Glemsford, Sudbury, CO10 7RF
Local authority
Suffolk
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
20.2% of pupils
DfE URN
141406

Other Primary Schools in Sudbury

If Glemsford Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Sudbury are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Glemsford Primary Academy

Is Glemsford Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Glemsford Primary Academy is operating close to its capacity of 259 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Glemsford Primary Academy?

Admission to Glemsford Primary Academy is managed by Suffolk. 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 Glemsford Primary Academy cover?

Glemsford Primary Academy is a primary school in Sudbury, Suffolk, 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 Glemsford Primary Academy?

Glemsford Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.