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Rufforth Primary School Catchment Area

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

Rufforth Primary School is a academy converter primary school in York , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 109 pupils, and a capacity of 109 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

109

Pupils

109

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Rufforth Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Rufforth Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with York. 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: 109 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 109 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 York 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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Rufforth Primary School — School Information

Full address
Wetherby Road, Rufforth, York, YO23 3QF
Local authority
York
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
6.4% of pupils
DfE URN
146840

Other Primary Schools in York

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Rufforth Primary School

Is Rufforth Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Rufforth Primary School currently has 109 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 109 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Rufforth Primary School?

Admission to Rufforth Primary School is managed by York. 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 Rufforth Primary School cover?

Rufforth Primary School is a primary school in York, 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 Rufforth Primary School?

Rufforth Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.