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The Phoenix Primary School Catchment Area

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

The Phoenix Primary School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Basildon, Essex , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 714 pupils, and a capacity of 750 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

714

Pupils

750

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2019

The Phoenix Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Phoenix Primary School 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.

Operating near capacity: 95% 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 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 Phoenix Primary School — School Information

Full address
Leinster Road, Laindon, Basildon, SS15 5NQ
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
25.4% of pupils
DfE URN
143128

Other Primary Schools in Basildon

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

Frequently Asked Questions — The Phoenix Primary School

Is The Phoenix Primary School oversubscribed?

The Phoenix Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 750 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Phoenix Primary School?

Admission to The Phoenix Primary School 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 Phoenix Primary School cover?

The Phoenix Primary School is a primary school in Basildon, Essex, 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 Phoenix Primary School?

The Phoenix Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.