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Meadow Primary School Catchment Area

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

Meadow Primary School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 207 pupils, and a capacity of 300 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

3–11

Age range

207

Pupils

300

Capacity

69%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Meadow Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Meadow Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Cambridgeshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Cambridgeshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Cambridgeshire catchment area documents →

Meadow Primary School — School Information

Full address
High Street, Balsham, Cambridge, CB21 4DJ
Local authority
Cambridgeshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
11.1% of pupils
DfE URN
140622

Other Primary Schools in Cambridge

If Meadow Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Cambridge are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Meadow Primary School

Is Meadow Primary School oversubscribed?

Meadow Primary School has a capacity of 300 places and currently has 207 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Cambridgeshire.

What is the admissions policy for Meadow Primary School?

Admission to Meadow Primary School is managed by Cambridgeshire. 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 Meadow Primary School cover?

Meadow Primary School is a primary school in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Meadow Primary School?

Meadow Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.