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Morley Primary School Catchment Area

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

Morley Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Ilkeston, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 79 pupils, and a capacity of 70 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

5–11

Age range

79

Pupils

70

Capacity

113%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2012

Morley Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Morley Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Derbyshire. 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: 79 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 70 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 Derbyshire 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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Morley Primary School — School Information

Full address
Main Road, Morley, Ilkeston, DE7 6DF
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Free school meals
11.4% of pupils
DfE URN
150727

Other Primary Schools in Ilkeston

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Morley Primary School

Is Morley Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Morley Primary School currently has 79 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 70 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Morley Primary School?

Admission to Morley Primary School is managed by Derbyshire. 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 Morley Primary School cover?

Morley Primary School is a primary school in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Morley Primary School?

Morley Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.