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Hollingwood Primary School Catchment Area

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

Hollingwood Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Chesterfield, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 316 pupils, and a capacity of 300 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

316

Pupils

300

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Hollingwood Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hollingwood Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Derbyshire. 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: 316 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 300 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 Derbyshire 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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Hollingwood Primary School — School Information

Full address
Lilac Street, Hollingwood, Chesterfield, S43 2JG
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
23.6% of pupils
DfE URN
148608

Other Primary Schools in Chesterfield

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Hollingwood Primary School

Is Hollingwood Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Hollingwood Primary School currently has 316 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 300 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Hollingwood Primary School?

Admission to Hollingwood Primary School is managed by Derbyshire. 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 Hollingwood Primary School cover?

Hollingwood Primary School is a primary school in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, 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 Hollingwood Primary School?

Hollingwood Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.