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Kempsey Primary School Catchment Area

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

Kempsey Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Worcester, Worcestershire , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 359 pupils, and a capacity of 280 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

5–11

Age range

359

Pupils

280

Capacity

128%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2020

Kempsey Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Kempsey Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Worcestershire. 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: 359 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 280 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 Worcestershire 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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Kempsey Primary School — School Information

Full address
Ellsdon, Kempsey, Worcester, WR5 3NT
Local authority
Worcestershire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Free school meals
15% of pupils
DfE URN
144256

Other Primary Schools in Worcester

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Kempsey Primary School

Is Kempsey Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Kempsey Primary School currently has 359 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 280 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Kempsey Primary School?

Admission to Kempsey Primary School is managed by Worcestershire. 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 Kempsey Primary School cover?

Kempsey Primary School is a primary school in Worcester, Worcestershire, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Kempsey Primary School?

Kempsey Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.