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Gurnard Primary School Catchment Area

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

Gurnard Primary School is a community primary school in Cowes, Isle of Wight , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 414 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

414

Pupils

420

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Gurnard Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Gurnard Primary School is set by Isle of Wight 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 Isle of Wight before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Isle of Wight catchment area documents →

Gurnard Primary School — School Information

Full address
Baring Road, Cowes, PO31 8DS
Local authority
Isle of Wight
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
7.7% of pupils
DfE URN
118160

Other Primary Schools in Cowes

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Gurnard Primary School

Is Gurnard Primary School oversubscribed?

Gurnard Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Gurnard Primary School?

Admission to Gurnard Primary School is managed by Isle of Wight. 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 Gurnard Primary School cover?

Gurnard Primary School is a primary school in Cowes, Isle of Wight, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.