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Holmbush Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Holmbush Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 204 pupils, and a capacity of 226 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–11

Age range

204

Pupils

226

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Holmbush Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Holmbush Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with West Sussex. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 90% 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 West Sussex 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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Holmbush Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Hawkins Crescent, Shoreham-by-Sea, BN43 6TN
Local authority
West Sussex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
12.8% of pupils
DfE URN
141906

Other Primary Schools in Shoreham-by-Sea

If Holmbush Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Shoreham-by-Sea are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Holmbush Primary Academy

Is Holmbush Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Holmbush Primary Academy is operating close to its capacity of 226 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Holmbush Primary Academy?

Admission to Holmbush Primary Academy is managed by West Sussex. 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 Holmbush Primary Academy cover?

Holmbush Primary Academy is a primary school in Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Holmbush Primary Academy?

Holmbush Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.