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Newlands Primary School Catchment Area

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

Newlands Primary School is a community primary school in Normanton, Wakefield , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 297 pupils, and a capacity of 315 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

297

Pupils

315

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Newlands Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Newlands Primary School is set by Wakefield and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 94% 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 Wakefield before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Wakefield catchment area documents →

Newlands Primary School — School Information

Full address
Wakefield Road, Normanton, WF6 1BB
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
47.8% of pupils
DfE URN
133318

Other Primary Schools in Normanton

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Newlands Primary School

Is Newlands Primary School oversubscribed?

Newlands Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 315 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Newlands Primary School?

Admission to Newlands Primary School is managed by Wakefield. 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 Newlands Primary School cover?

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