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Grove Wood Primary School Catchment Area

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

Grove Wood Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Rayleigh, Essex , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 632 pupils, and a capacity of 630 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

632

Pupils

630

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Grove Wood Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Grove Wood Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Essex. 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: 632 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 630 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 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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Grove Wood Primary School — School Information

Full address
Grove Road, Rayleigh, SS6 8UA
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
9.2% of pupils
DfE URN
141052

Other Primary Schools in Rayleigh

If Grove Wood Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Rayleigh are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Grove Wood Primary School

Is Grove Wood Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Grove Wood Primary School currently has 632 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 630 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Grove Wood Primary School?

Admission to Grove Wood 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 Grove Wood Primary School cover?

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