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Selwyn Primary School Catchment Area

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

Selwyn Primary School is a academy converter primary school in London, Newham , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 462 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

462

Pupils

420

Capacity

110%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2014

Selwyn Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Selwyn Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Newham. 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: 462 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 Newham 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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Selwyn Primary School — School Information

Full address
Selwyn Road, London, E13 0ES
Local authority
Newham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
38% of pupils
DfE URN
142726

Other Primary Schools in London

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Selwyn Primary School

Is Selwyn Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Selwyn Primary School currently has 462 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Selwyn Primary School?

Admission to Selwyn Primary School is managed by Newham. 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 Selwyn Primary School cover?

Selwyn Primary School is a primary school in London, Newham, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Selwyn Primary School?

Selwyn Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.