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Newton-le-Willows Primary School Catchment Area

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

Newton-le-Willows Primary School is a community primary school in Newton-le-Willows, St. Helens , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 602 pupils, and a capacity of 637 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

602

Pupils

637

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Newton-le-Willows Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Newton-le-Willows Primary School is set by St. Helens and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 95% 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 St. Helens before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find St. Helens catchment area documents →

Newton-le-Willows Primary School — School Information

Full address
Sanderling Road, Newton-le-Willows, WA12 9UF
Local authority
St. Helens
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
24.7% of pupils
DfE URN
104775

Other Primary Schools in Newton-le-Willows

If Newton-le-Willows Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Newton-le-Willows are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Newton-le-Willows Primary School

Is Newton-le-Willows Primary School oversubscribed?

Newton-le-Willows Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 637 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Newton-le-Willows Primary School?

Admission to Newton-le-Willows Primary School is managed by St. Helens. 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 Newton-le-Willows Primary School cover?

Newton-le-Willows Primary School is a primary school in Newton-le-Willows, St. Helens, 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 Newton-le-Willows Primary School?

Newton-le-Willows Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.