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John Ray Infant School Catchment Area

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

John Ray Infant School is a academy converter primary school in Braintree, Essex , serving pupils aged 2–7, with 335 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–7

Age range

335

Pupils

360

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2011

John Ray Infant School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, John Ray Infant 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: 93% 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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John Ray Infant School — School Information

Full address
Notley Road, Braintree, CM7 1HL
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–7 years
Free school meals
23% of pupils
DfE URN
150501

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If John Ray Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Braintree are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — John Ray Infant School

Is John Ray Infant School oversubscribed?

John Ray Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 360 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for John Ray Infant School?

Admission to John Ray Infant 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 John Ray Infant School cover?

John Ray Infant School is a primary school in Braintree, Essex, serving pupils aged 2–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for John Ray Infant School?

John Ray Infant School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2011. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.