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Ladysmith Junior School Catchment Area

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

Ladysmith Junior School is a academy converter primary school in Exeter, Devon , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 346 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

346

Pupils

360

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2024

Ladysmith Junior School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ladysmith Junior School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Devon. 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 Devon 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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Ladysmith Junior School — School Information

Full address
Pretoria Road, Exeter, EX1 2PT
Local authority
Devon
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
17.9% of pupils
DfE URN
151328

Other Primary Schools in Exeter

If Ladysmith Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Exeter are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ladysmith Junior School

Is Ladysmith Junior School oversubscribed?

Ladysmith Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 360 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ladysmith Junior School?

Admission to Ladysmith Junior School is managed by Devon. 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 Ladysmith Junior School cover?

Ladysmith Junior School is a primary school in Exeter, Devon, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ladysmith Junior School?

Ladysmith Junior School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.