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The Woodside Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

The Woodside Primary Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in London, Waltham Forest , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 1285 pupils, and a capacity of 1260 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

1,285

Pupils

1,260

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2016

The Woodside Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Woodside Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Waltham Forest. 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: 1285 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1260 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 Waltham Forest 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 Woodside Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Wood Street, London, E17 3JX
Local authority
Waltham Forest
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
29.7% of pupils
DfE URN
139016

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

Frequently Asked Questions — The Woodside Primary Academy

Is The Woodside Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — The Woodside Primary Academy currently has 1285 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1260 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Woodside Primary Academy?

Admission to The Woodside Primary Academy is managed by Waltham Forest. 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 Woodside Primary Academy cover?

The Woodside Primary Academy is a primary school in London, Waltham Forest, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Woodside Primary Academy?

The Woodside Primary Academy was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.