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Thomas Russell Infants School Catchment Area

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

Thomas Russell Infants School is a academy converter primary school in Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 4–7, with 169 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–7

Age range

169

Pupils

180

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Thomas Russell Infants School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Thomas Russell Infants School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Staffordshire. 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: 94% 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 Staffordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Staffordshire catchment area documents →

Thomas Russell Infants School — School Information

Full address
Station Road, Barton-Under-Needwood, Burton-on-Trent, DE13 8DS
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–7 years
Free school meals
3.6% of pupils
DfE URN
142748

Other Primary Schools in Burton-on-Trent

If Thomas Russell Infants School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Burton-on-Trent are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Thomas Russell Infants School

Is Thomas Russell Infants School oversubscribed?

Thomas Russell Infants School is operating close to its capacity of 180 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Thomas Russell Infants School?

Admission to Thomas Russell Infants School is managed by Staffordshire. 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 Thomas Russell Infants School cover?

Thomas Russell Infants School is a primary school in Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 4–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Thomas Russell Infants School?

Thomas Russell Infants School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.