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Ivy Chimneys Primary School Catchment Area

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

Ivy Chimneys Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Epping, Essex , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 331 pupils, and a capacity of 345 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

331

Pupils

345

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Ivy Chimneys Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ivy Chimneys Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Essex. 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: 96% 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 Essex 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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Ivy Chimneys Primary School — School Information

Full address
Ivy Chimneys Road, Epping, CM16 4EP
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
14.8% of pupils
DfE URN
145605

Other Primary Schools in Epping

If Ivy Chimneys Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Epping are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ivy Chimneys Primary School

Is Ivy Chimneys Primary School oversubscribed?

Ivy Chimneys Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 345 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ivy Chimneys Primary School?

Admission to Ivy Chimneys Primary School is managed by Essex. 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 Ivy Chimneys Primary School cover?

Ivy Chimneys Primary School is a primary school in Epping, Essex, 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 Ivy Chimneys Primary School?

Ivy Chimneys Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.