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Poplars Community Primary School Catchment Area

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

Poplars Community Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Lowestoft, Suffolk , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 277 pupils, and a capacity of 598 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

3–11

Age range

277

Pupils

598

Capacity

46%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2024

Poplars Community Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Poplars Community Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Suffolk. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Suffolk before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Suffolk catchment area documents →

Poplars Community Primary School — School Information

Full address
St Margaret's Road, Lowestoft, NR32 4HN
Local authority
Suffolk
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
51.3% of pupils
DfE URN
145541

Other Primary Schools in Lowestoft

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Poplars Community Primary School

Is Poplars Community Primary School oversubscribed?

Poplars Community Primary School has a capacity of 598 places and currently has 277 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Suffolk.

What is the admissions policy for Poplars Community Primary School?

Admission to Poplars Community Primary School is managed by Suffolk. 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 Poplars Community Primary School cover?

Poplars Community Primary School is a primary school in Lowestoft, Suffolk, 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 Poplars Community Primary School?

Poplars Community Primary School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.