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Hardwick Primary School and Nursery Catchment Area

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

Hardwick Primary School and Nursery is a academy converter primary school in Banbury, Oxfordshire , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 255 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

255

Pupils

210

Capacity

121%

Fill rate

Hardwick Primary School and Nursery Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hardwick Primary School and Nursery sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Oxfordshire. 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: 255 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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 Oxfordshire 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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Hardwick Primary School and Nursery — School Information

Full address
Ferriston, Banbury, OX16 1XE
Local authority
Oxfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
22.9% of pupils
DfE URN
146810

Other Primary Schools in Banbury

If Hardwick Primary School and Nursery is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Banbury are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hardwick Primary School and Nursery

Is Hardwick Primary School and Nursery oversubscribed?

Yes — Hardwick Primary School and Nursery currently has 255 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Hardwick Primary School and Nursery?

Admission to Hardwick Primary School and Nursery is managed by Oxfordshire. 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 Hardwick Primary School and Nursery cover?

Hardwick Primary School and Nursery is a primary school in Banbury, Oxfordshire, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.