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May Bank Infants' School Catchment Area

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

May Bank Infants' School is a community primary school in Newcastle, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 5–7, with 165 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–7

Age range

165

Pupils

180

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

May Bank Infants' School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for May Bank Infants' School is set by Staffordshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 92% 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 Staffordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Staffordshire catchment area documents →

May Bank Infants' School — School Information

Full address
Basford Park Road, May Bank, Newcastle, ST5 0PT
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–7 years
Free school meals
4.8% of pupils
DfE URN
124115

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Frequently Asked Questions — May Bank Infants' School

Is May Bank Infants' School oversubscribed?

May Bank Infants' School is operating close to its capacity of 180 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for May Bank Infants' School?

Admission to May Bank Infants' 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 May Bank Infants' School cover?

May Bank Infants' School is a primary school in Newcastle, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 5–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for May Bank Infants' School?

May Bank Infants' School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.