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Lee Chapel Primary School Catchment Area

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

Lee Chapel Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Basildon, Essex , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 1068 pupils, and a capacity of 960 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

1,068

Pupils

960

Capacity

111%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Lee Chapel Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Lee Chapel Primary 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 1068 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 960 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 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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Lee Chapel Primary School — School Information

Full address
The Knares, Basildon, SS16 5RU
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
14.6% of pupils
DfE URN
137108

Other Primary Schools in Basildon

If Lee Chapel Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Basildon are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Lee Chapel Primary School

Is Lee Chapel Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Lee Chapel Primary School currently has 1068 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 960 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Lee Chapel Primary School?

Admission to Lee Chapel Primary 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 Lee Chapel Primary School cover?

Lee Chapel Primary School is a primary school in Basildon, Essex, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Lee Chapel Primary School?

Lee Chapel Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.