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The Oaks Primary School & Nursery Catchment Area

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

The Oaks Primary School & Nursery is a academy converter primary school in Crawley, West Sussex , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 447 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

447

Pupils

420

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

The Oaks Primary School & Nursery Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Oaks Primary School & Nursery sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with West Sussex. 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: 447 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 West Sussex 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 & Nursery — School Information

Full address
Loppets Road, Tilgate, Crawley, RH10 5DP
Local authority
West Sussex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
21.1% of pupils
DfE URN
138618

Other Primary Schools in Crawley

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

Frequently Asked Questions — The Oaks Primary School & Nursery

Is The Oaks Primary School & Nursery oversubscribed?

Yes — The Oaks Primary School & Nursery currently has 447 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Oaks Primary School & Nursery?

Admission to The Oaks Primary School & Nursery is managed by West Sussex. 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 & Nursery cover?

The Oaks Primary School & Nursery is a primary school in Crawley, West Sussex, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.