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The Alderton Infant School and Nursery Catchment Area

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

The Alderton Infant School and Nursery is a academy converter primary school in Loughton, Essex , serving pupils aged 3–7, with 197 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–7

Age range

197

Pupils

180

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

The Alderton Infant School and Nursery Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Alderton Infant School and Nursery sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Essex. 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: 197 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 180 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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The Alderton Infant School and Nursery — School Information

Full address
Alderton Hall Lane, Loughton, IG10 3HE
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–7 years
Free school meals
17.7% of pupils
DfE URN
145989

Other Primary Schools in Loughton

If The Alderton Infant School and Nursery is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Loughton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Alderton Infant School and Nursery

Is The Alderton Infant School and Nursery oversubscribed?

Yes — The Alderton Infant School and Nursery currently has 197 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 180 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Alderton Infant School and Nursery?

Admission to The Alderton Infant School and Nursery is managed by Essex. 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 Alderton Infant School and Nursery cover?

The Alderton Infant School and Nursery is a primary school in Loughton, Essex, serving pupils aged 3–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Alderton Infant School and Nursery?

The Alderton Infant School and Nursery was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.