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Melbourne Primary School Catchment Area

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

Melbourne Primary School is a academy converter primary school in York, East Riding of Yorkshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 191 pupils, and a capacity of 150 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

191

Pupils

150

Capacity

127%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Melbourne Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Melbourne Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with East Riding of Yorkshire. 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: 191 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 East Riding of Yorkshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find East Riding of Yorkshire catchment area documents →

Melbourne Primary School — School Information

Full address
Main Street, Melbourne, York, YO42 4QE
Local authority
East Riding of Yorkshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
8% of pupils
DfE URN
146161

Other Primary Schools in York

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Melbourne Primary School

Is Melbourne Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Melbourne Primary School currently has 191 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 150 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Melbourne Primary School?

Admission to Melbourne Primary School is managed by East Riding of Yorkshire. 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 Melbourne Primary School cover?

Melbourne Primary School is a primary school in York, East Riding of Yorkshire, 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 Melbourne Primary School?

Melbourne Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.