Skip to content
A free, independent guide for parents — updated each admissions cycle. 26,506 schools · England & Wales
catchment.school

Rodings Primary School Catchment Area

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

Rodings Primary School is a foundation primary school in Dunmow, Essex , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 286 pupils, and a capacity of 270 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

286

Pupils

270

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Rodings Primary School Catchment Area Information

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

Currently oversubscribed: 286 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 270 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

Not getting a place? Learn how to appeal a school place →

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.

Find Essex catchment area documents →

Rodings Primary School — School Information

Full address
Dunmow Road, Dunmow, CM6 1PZ
Local authority
Essex
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
10.1% of pupils
DfE URN
115266

Other Primary Schools in Dunmow

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Rodings Primary School

Is Rodings Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Rodings Primary School currently has 286 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 270 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Rodings Primary School?

Admission to Rodings 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 Rodings Primary School cover?

Rodings Primary School is a primary school in Dunmow, 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 Rodings Primary School?

Rodings Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.