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Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Catchment Area

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

Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school in Selby, North Yorkshire , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 333 pupils, and a capacity of 392 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

2–11

Age range

333

Pupils

392

Capacity

85%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is managed by North Yorkshire and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by North Yorkshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find North Yorkshire catchment area documents →

Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School — School Information

Full address
New Lane, Selby, YO8 4QB
Local authority
North Yorkshire
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
28.5% of pupils
DfE URN
121586

Other Primary Schools in Selby

If Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Selby are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Is Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School oversubscribed?

Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has a capacity of 392 places and currently has 333 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with North Yorkshire.

What is the admissions policy for Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by North Yorkshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School cover?

Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a primary school in Selby, North Yorkshire, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.