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Normanton Common Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Normanton Common Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Normanton, Wakefield , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 343 pupils, and a capacity of 315 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

343

Pupils

315

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Normanton Common Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Normanton Common Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Wakefield. 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: 343 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 315 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 Wakefield 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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Normanton Common Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Castleford Road, Normanton, WF6 1QU
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
17.5% of pupils
DfE URN
141799

Other Primary Schools in Normanton

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Normanton Common Primary Academy

Is Normanton Common Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Normanton Common Primary Academy currently has 343 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 315 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Normanton Common Primary Academy?

Admission to Normanton Common Primary Academy 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 Normanton Common Primary Academy cover?

Normanton Common Primary Academy 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.

What is the Ofsted rating for Normanton Common Primary Academy?

Normanton Common Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.