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Knotty Ash Primary School Catchment Area

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

Knotty Ash Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Liverpool , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 248 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

248

Pupils

210

Capacity

118%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Knotty Ash Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Knotty Ash Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Liverpool. 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: 248 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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 Liverpool 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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Knotty Ash Primary School — School Information

Full address
Thomas Lane, Liverpool, L14 5NX
Local authority
Liverpool
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
28.3% of pupils
DfE URN
150850

Other Primary Schools in Liverpool

If Knotty Ash Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Liverpool are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Knotty Ash Primary School

Is Knotty Ash Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Knotty Ash Primary School currently has 248 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Knotty Ash Primary School?

Admission to Knotty Ash Primary School is managed by Liverpool. 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 Knotty Ash Primary School cover?

Knotty Ash Primary School is a primary school in Liverpool, 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 Knotty Ash Primary School?

Knotty Ash Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.