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The Vale Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

The Vale Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Knottingley, Wakefield , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 218 pupils, and a capacity of 236 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

218

Pupils

236

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

The Vale Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Vale Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Wakefield. 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: 92% 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 Wakefield before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Wakefield catchment area documents →

The Vale Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Ferrybridge Road, Knottingley, WF11 8JF
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
22.4% of pupils
DfE URN
138332

Other Primary Schools in Knottingley

If The Vale Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Knottingley are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Vale Primary Academy

Is The Vale Primary Academy oversubscribed?

The Vale Primary Academy is operating close to its capacity of 236 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Vale Primary Academy?

Admission to The Vale Primary Academy is managed by Wakefield. 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 Vale Primary Academy cover?

The Vale Primary Academy is a primary school in Knottingley, Wakefield, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.