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Perton Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Perton Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Wolverhampton, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 2–9, with 230 pupils, and a capacity of 225 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–9

Age range

230

Pupils

225

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Perton Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Perton Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Staffordshire. 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: 230 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 225 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 Staffordshire 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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Perton Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Sandown Drive, Perton, Wolverhampton, WV6 7PS
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–9 years
Free school meals
18.1% of pupils
DfE URN
143353

Other Primary Schools in Wolverhampton

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Perton Primary Academy

Is Perton Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Perton Primary Academy currently has 230 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 225 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Perton Primary Academy?

Admission to Perton Primary Academy is managed by Staffordshire. 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 Perton Primary Academy cover?

Perton Primary Academy is a primary school in Wolverhampton, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 2–9. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Perton Primary Academy?

Perton Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.