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The Oaks Primary School Catchment Area

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

The Oaks Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Ipswich, Suffolk , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 451 pupils, and a capacity of 434 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

451

Pupils

434

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2018

The Oaks Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Oaks 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: 451 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 434 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 Oaks Primary School — School Information

Full address
Aster Road, Ipswich, IP2 0NR
Local authority
Suffolk
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
33.1% of pupils
DfE URN
141842

Other Primary Schools in Ipswich

If The Oaks Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Ipswich are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Oaks Primary School

Is The Oaks Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Oaks Primary School currently has 451 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 434 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Oaks Primary School?

Admission to The Oaks 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 Oaks Primary School cover?

The Oaks Primary School is a primary school in Ipswich, 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 Oaks Primary School?

The Oaks Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.