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Roselands Primary School Catchment Area

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

Roselands Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Paignton, Torbay , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 339 pupils, and a capacity of 315 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

339

Pupils

315

Capacity

108%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2020

Roselands Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Roselands Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Torbay. 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: 339 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 315 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 Torbay 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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Roselands Primary School — School Information

Full address
Lynmouth Avenue, Paignton, TQ4 7RQ
Local authority
Torbay
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
22.4% of pupils
DfE URN
142364

Other Primary Schools in Paignton

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Roselands Primary School

Is Roselands Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Roselands Primary School currently has 339 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 315 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Roselands Primary School?

Admission to Roselands Primary School is managed by Torbay. 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 Roselands Primary School cover?

Roselands Primary School is a primary school in Paignton, Torbay, 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 Roselands Primary School?

Roselands Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.