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Lumley Junior School Catchment Area

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

Lumley Junior School is a community primary school in Chester le Street, County Durham , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 182 pupils, and a capacity of 196 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

182

Pupils

196

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Lumley Junior School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Lumley Junior 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: 93% 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 Junior School — School Information

Full address
Cocken Lane, Great Lumley, Chester le Street, DH3 4JJ
Local authority
County Durham
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
28% of pupils
DfE URN
114002

Other Primary Schools in Chester le Street

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Lumley Junior School

Is Lumley Junior School oversubscribed?

Lumley Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 196 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Lumley Junior School?

Admission to Lumley Junior 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 Junior School cover?

Lumley Junior School is a primary school in Chester le Street, County Durham, 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 Lumley Junior School?

Lumley Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.