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Straits Primary School Catchment Area

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

Straits Primary School is a community primary school in Dudley , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 414 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–11

Age range

414

Pupils

420

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Straits Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Straits Primary School is set by Dudley and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 99% 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 Dudley 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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Straits Primary School — School Information

Full address
Longfellow Road, Lower Gornal, Dudley, DY3 3EE
Local authority
Dudley
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Free school meals
7% of pupils
DfE URN
103827

Other Primary Schools in Dudley

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Straits Primary School

Is Straits Primary School oversubscribed?

Straits Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Straits Primary School?

Admission to Straits Primary School is managed by Dudley. 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 Straits Primary School cover?

Straits Primary School is a primary school in Dudley, 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 Straits Primary School?

Straits Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.