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Houghton Le Spring Nursery School Catchment Area

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

Houghton Le Spring Nursery School is a local authority nursery nursery school in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland , serving pupils aged 3-5, with 164 pupils. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby nursery schools below.

3-5

Age range

164

Pupils

Outstanding

Ofsted 2014

Houghton Le Spring Nursery School Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for Houghton Le Spring Nursery School?

The catchment area for Houghton Le Spring Nursery School is the geographic zone Sunderland uses to prioritise admissions when this nursery school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Sunderland publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

The catchment area for Houghton Le Spring Nursery School is set by Sunderland and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

The official admissions policy, including the catchment boundary map, is published by Sunderland 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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Houghton Le Spring Nursery School: School Information

Full address
Neasham Place, Houghton le Spring, DH5 8AE
Local authority
Sunderland
School type
Local authority nursery school
Phase of education
Nursery
Age range
3-5 years
DfE URN
108746

Nearest nursery schools by distance

These are the nursery schools closest to Houghton Le Spring Nursery School by straight-line distance, including ones across a town or council boundary. Distance is not the same as being in catchment: always check each school's own admissions policy for its actual boundary.

Frequently Asked Questions: Houghton Le Spring Nursery School

What is the catchment area for Houghton Le Spring Nursery School?

The catchment area for Houghton Le Spring Nursery School is the geographic zone Sunderland uses to prioritise admissions when this nursery school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Sunderland publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Is Houghton Le Spring Nursery School oversubscribed?

Houghton Le Spring Nursery School has a capacity of N/A places and currently has 164 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Sunderland.

What is the admissions policy for Houghton Le Spring Nursery School?

Admission to Houghton Le Spring Nursery School is managed by Sunderland. 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 Houghton Le Spring Nursery School cover?

Houghton Le Spring Nursery School is a nursery school in Houghton le Spring, Sunderland, serving pupils aged 3-5. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Houghton Le Spring Nursery School?

Houghton Le Spring Nursery School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.

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