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Potton Primary School Catchment Area

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

Potton Primary School is a foundation primary school in Sandy, Central Bedfordshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 390 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

390

Pupils

420

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Potton Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Potton Primary School is set by Central Bedfordshire 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 Central Bedfordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Central Bedfordshire catchment area documents →

Potton Primary School — School Information

Full address
Mill Lane, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2PG
Local authority
Central Bedfordshire
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
17.7% of pupils
DfE URN
109475

Other Primary Schools in Sandy

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Potton Primary School

Is Potton Primary School oversubscribed?

Potton Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Potton Primary School?

Admission to Potton Primary School is managed by Central Bedfordshire. 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 Potton Primary School cover?

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