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Homefields Primary School Catchment Area

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

Homefields Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Derby , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 348 pupils, and a capacity of 315 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

348

Pupils

315

Capacity

110%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Homefields Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Homefields Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Derby. 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: 348 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 Derby 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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Homefields Primary School — School Information

Full address
Parkway, Chellaston, Derby, DE73 5NY
Local authority
Derby
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
4.2% of pupils
DfE URN
146477

Other Primary Schools in Derby

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Homefields Primary School

Is Homefields Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Homefields Primary School currently has 348 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 315 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Homefields Primary School?

Admission to Homefields Primary School is managed by Derby. 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 Homefields Primary School cover?

Homefields Primary School is a primary school in Derby, 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 Homefields Primary School?

Homefields Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.