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Oakfield Community Primary School Catchment Area

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

Oakfield Community Primary School is a community primary school in Widnes, Halton , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 307 pupils, and a capacity of 330 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

307

Pupils

330

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2021

Oakfield Community Primary School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 93% 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 Halton 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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Oakfield Community Primary School — School Information

Full address
Edinburgh Road, Widnes, WA8 8BQ
Local authority
Halton
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
48.8% of pupils
DfE URN
133322

Other Primary Schools in Widnes

If Oakfield Community Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Widnes are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Oakfield Community Primary School

Is Oakfield Community Primary School oversubscribed?

Oakfield Community Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 330 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Oakfield Community Primary School?

Admission to Oakfield Community Primary School is managed by Halton. 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 Oakfield Community Primary School cover?

Oakfield Community Primary School is a primary school in Widnes, Halton, 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 Oakfield Community Primary School?

Oakfield Community Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2021. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.