Skip to content
A free, independent guide for parents — updated each admissions cycle. 26,506 schools · England & Wales
catchment.school

Lumley Infant and Nursery School Catchment Area

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

Lumley Infant and Nursery School is a community primary school in Chester le Street, County Durham , serving pupils aged 2–7, with 162 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–7

Age range

162

Pupils

180

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Lumley Infant and Nursery School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Lumley Infant and Nursery School is set by County Durham and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 90% 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 County Durham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find County Durham catchment area documents →

Lumley Infant and Nursery School — School Information

Full address
Great Lumley, Chester le Street, DH3 4JL
Local authority
County Durham
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–7 years
Free school meals
21.2% of pupils
DfE URN
114003

Other Primary Schools in Chester le Street

If Lumley Infant and Nursery School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Chester le Street are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Lumley Infant and Nursery School

Is Lumley Infant and Nursery School oversubscribed?

Lumley Infant and Nursery School is operating close to its capacity of 180 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Lumley Infant and Nursery School?

Admission to Lumley Infant and Nursery School is managed by County Durham. 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 Lumley Infant and Nursery School cover?

Lumley Infant and Nursery School is a primary school in Chester le Street, County Durham, serving pupils aged 2–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Lumley Infant and Nursery School?

Lumley Infant and Nursery School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.