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The Albert Pye Community Primary School Catchment Area

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

The Albert Pye Community Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Beccles, Suffolk , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 375 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

375

Pupils

360

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

The Albert Pye Community Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Albert Pye Community Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Suffolk. 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: 375 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 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 Suffolk 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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The Albert Pye Community Primary School — School Information

Full address
Frederick's Road, Beccles, NR34 9UL
Local authority
Suffolk
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
26.1% of pupils
DfE URN
143492

Other Primary Schools in Beccles

If The Albert Pye Community Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Beccles are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Albert Pye Community Primary School

Is The Albert Pye Community Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Albert Pye Community Primary School currently has 375 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Albert Pye Community Primary School?

Admission to The Albert Pye Community Primary School is managed by Suffolk. 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 The Albert Pye Community Primary School cover?

The Albert Pye Community Primary School is a primary school in Beccles, Suffolk, 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 The Albert Pye Community Primary School?

The Albert Pye Community Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.