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St John's Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

St John's Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Wolverhampton, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 691 pupils, and a capacity of 525 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

691

Pupils

525

Capacity

132%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

St John's Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

Admission to St John's Primary Academy is managed by Staffordshire 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 691 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 525 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 Staffordshire 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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St John's Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Hobnock Road, Essington, Wolverhampton, WV11 2RF
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
11.9% of pupils
DfE URN
141822

Other Primary Schools in Wolverhampton

If St John's Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Wolverhampton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St John's Primary Academy

Is St John's Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — St John's Primary Academy currently has 691 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 525 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St John's Primary Academy?

St John's Primary Academy uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Staffordshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St John's Primary Academy cover?

St John's Primary Academy is a primary school in Wolverhampton, Staffordshire, 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 St John's Primary Academy?

St John's Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.