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Ongar Primary School Catchment Area

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

Ongar Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Ongar, Essex , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 176 pupils, and a capacity of 175 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

176

Pupils

175

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Ongar Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ongar Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Essex. 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: 176 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 175 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 Essex 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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Ongar Primary School — School Information

Full address
Milton Crescent, Shelley, Ongar, CM5 0FF
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
34.1% of pupils
DfE URN
146230

Other Primary Schools in Ongar

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Ongar Primary School

Is Ongar Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Ongar Primary School currently has 176 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 175 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Ongar Primary School?

Admission to Ongar Primary School is managed by Essex. 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 Ongar Primary School cover?

Ongar Primary School is a primary school in Ongar, Essex, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ongar Primary School?

Ongar Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.