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Handford Hall Primary School Catchment Area

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

Handford Hall Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Ipswich, Suffolk , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 358 pupils, and a capacity of 315 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

358

Pupils

315

Capacity

114%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Handford Hall Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Handford Hall Primary School 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 358 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 315 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 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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Handford Hall Primary School — School Information

Full address
57 Gatacre Road, Ipswich, IP1 2LQ
Local authority
Suffolk
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
33.8% of pupils
DfE URN
144212

Other Primary Schools in Ipswich

If Handford Hall Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Ipswich are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Handford Hall Primary School

Is Handford Hall Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Handford Hall Primary School currently has 358 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 315 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Handford Hall Primary School?

Admission to Handford Hall Primary School 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 Handford Hall Primary School cover?

Handford Hall Primary School is a primary school in Ipswich, Suffolk, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Handford Hall Primary School?

Handford Hall Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.