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Northfield Infant School Catchment Area

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

Northfield Infant School is a community primary school in Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire , serving pupils aged 4–7, with 172 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–7

Age range

172

Pupils

180

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Northfield Infant School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Northfield Infant School is set by East Riding of Yorkshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 96% 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 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 →

Northfield Infant School — School Information

Full address
Southfield Close, Driffield, YO25 5YN
Local authority
East Riding of Yorkshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–7 years
Free school meals
19.2% of pupils
DfE URN
117916

Other Primary Schools in Driffield

If Northfield Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Driffield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Northfield Infant School

Is Northfield Infant School oversubscribed?

Northfield Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 180 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Northfield Infant School?

Admission to Northfield Infant 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 Northfield Infant School cover?

Northfield Infant School is a primary school in Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire, serving pupils aged 4–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Northfield Infant School?

Northfield Infant School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.