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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 converter primary school in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West and Chester , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 425 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

425

Pupils

420

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2015

Meadow Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Meadow Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Cheshire West and Chester. 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: 425 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 Cheshire West and Chester 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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Meadow Primary School — School Information

Full address
Dolphin Crescent, Great Sutton, Ellesmere Port, CH66 4SZ
Local authority
Cheshire West and Chester
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
4.7% of pupils
DfE URN
151417

Other Primary Schools in Ellesmere Port

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Meadow Primary School

Is Meadow Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Meadow Primary School currently has 425 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Meadow Primary School?

Admission to Meadow Primary School is managed by Cheshire West and Chester. 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 Ellesmere Port, Cheshire West and Chester, serving pupils aged 4–11. 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 Outstanding by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.