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Great Dalby School Catchment Area

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

Great Dalby School is a academy converter primary school in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 135 pupils, and a capacity of 140 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–11

Age range

135

Pupils

140

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Great Dalby School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Great Dalby School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Leicestershire. 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: 96% 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 Leicestershire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Leicestershire catchment area documents →

Great Dalby School — School Information

Full address
Top End, Great Dalby, Melton Mowbray, LE14 2HA
Local authority
Leicestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Free school meals
3.7% of pupils
DfE URN
139342

Other Primary Schools in Melton Mowbray

If Great Dalby School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Melton Mowbray are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Great Dalby School

Is Great Dalby School oversubscribed?

Great Dalby School is operating close to its capacity of 140 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Great Dalby School?

Admission to Great Dalby School is managed by Leicestershire. 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 Great Dalby School cover?

Great Dalby School is a primary school in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.