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Gunton Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Gunton Primary Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Lowestoft, Suffolk , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 310 pupils, and a capacity of 315 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

310

Pupils

315

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Gunton Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Gunton 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: 98% 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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Gunton Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Gainsborough Drive, Lowestoft, NR32 4LX
Local authority
Suffolk
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
33.6% of pupils
DfE URN
142187

Other Primary Schools in Lowestoft

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Gunton Primary Academy

Is Gunton Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Gunton Primary Academy is operating close to its capacity of 315 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Gunton Primary Academy?

Admission to Gunton 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 Gunton Primary Academy cover?

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

What is the Ofsted rating for Gunton Primary Academy?

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