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Parks Primary School Catchment Area

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

Parks Primary School is a community primary school in Leicester , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 451 pupils, and a capacity of 466 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

451

Pupils

466

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Parks Primary School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 97% 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 Leicester 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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Parks Primary School — School Information

Full address
1 Gillman Road, Leicester, LE3 9NS
Local authority
Leicester
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
38.8% of pupils
DfE URN
120088

Other Primary Schools in Leicester

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Parks Primary School

Is Parks Primary School oversubscribed?

Parks Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 466 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Parks Primary School?

Admission to Parks Primary School is managed by Leicester. 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 Parks Primary School cover?

Parks Primary School is a primary school in Leicester, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.