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St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald Catchment Area

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

St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald is a voluntary aided primary school in Brentwood, Essex , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 455 pupils, and a capacity of 352 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

5–11

Age range

455

Pupils

352

Capacity

129%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald is managed by Essex 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: 455 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 352 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 Essex 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 Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald — School Information

Full address
Wigley Bush Lane, South Weald, Brentwood, CM14 5QN
Local authority
Essex
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
2.2% of pupils
DfE URN
115164

Other Primary Schools in Brentwood

If St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Brentwood are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald

Is St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald oversubscribed?

Yes — St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald currently has 455 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 352 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald?

St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Essex before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald cover?

St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald is a primary school in Brentwood, Essex, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald?

St Peter's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, South Weald was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.