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Knavesmire Primary School Catchment Area

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

Knavesmire Primary School is a academy converter primary school in York , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 486 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

486

Pupils

420

Capacity

116%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2022

Knavesmire Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Knavesmire Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with York. 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: 486 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 York 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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Knavesmire Primary School — School Information

Full address
Trafalgar Street, York, YO23 1HY
Local authority
York
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
8.4% of pupils
DfE URN
142760

Other Primary Schools in York

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Knavesmire Primary School

Is Knavesmire Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Knavesmire Primary School currently has 486 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Knavesmire Primary School?

Admission to Knavesmire Primary School is managed by York. 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 Knavesmire Primary School cover?

Knavesmire Primary School is a primary school in York, 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 Knavesmire Primary School?

Knavesmire Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.