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Hempland Primary School Catchment Area

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

Hempland Primary School is a academy converter primary school in York , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 422 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

422

Pupils

420

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2021

Hempland Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hempland Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with York. 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: 422 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 York 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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Hempland Primary School — School Information

Full address
Whitby Avenue, Stockton Lane, York, YO31 1ET
Local authority
York
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
6.9% of pupils
DfE URN
142844

Other Primary Schools in York

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Hempland Primary School

Is Hempland Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Hempland Primary School currently has 422 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Hempland Primary School?

Admission to Hempland Primary School is managed by York. 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 Hempland Primary School cover?

Hempland Primary School is a primary school in York, 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 Hempland Primary School?

Hempland Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2021. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.