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Rushden Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Rushden Primary Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Rushden, North Northamptonshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 382 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

382

Pupils

420

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Rushden Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 91% 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 North Northamptonshire 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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Rushden Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Goulsbra Road, Rushden, NN10 0YX
Local authority
North Northamptonshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
11.3% of pupils
DfE URN
141032

Other Primary Schools in Rushden

If Rushden Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Rushden are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Rushden Primary Academy

Is Rushden Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Rushden Primary Academy is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Rushden Primary Academy?

Admission to Rushden Primary Academy is managed by North Northamptonshire. 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 Rushden Primary Academy cover?

Rushden Primary Academy is a primary school in Rushden, North Northamptonshire, 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 Rushden Primary Academy?

Rushden Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.