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Marshbrook First School Catchment Area

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

Marshbrook First School is a academy converter primary school in Stafford, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 2–9, with 189 pupils, and a capacity of 150 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–9

Age range

189

Pupils

150

Capacity

126%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Marshbrook First School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Marshbrook First School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Staffordshire. 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: 189 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 150 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 Staffordshire 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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Marshbrook First School — School Information

Full address
Teddesley Road, Penkridge, Stafford, ST19 5BA
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–9 years
Free school meals
12.2% of pupils
DfE URN
145378

Other Primary Schools in Stafford

If Marshbrook First School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Stafford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Marshbrook First School

Is Marshbrook First School oversubscribed?

Yes — Marshbrook First School currently has 189 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 150 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Marshbrook First School?

Admission to Marshbrook First School is managed by Staffordshire. 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 Marshbrook First School cover?

Marshbrook First School is a primary school in Stafford, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 2–9. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Marshbrook First School?

Marshbrook First School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.