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Thorngumbald Primary School Catchment Area

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

Thorngumbald Primary School is a community primary school in Thorngumbald, East Riding of Yorkshire , serving pupils aged 4-11, with 177 pupils, and a capacity of 230 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

4-11

Age range

177

Pupils

230

Capacity

77%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Thorngumbald Primary School Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for Thorngumbald Primary School?

The catchment area for Thorngumbald Primary School is the geographic zone East Riding of Yorkshire uses to prioritise admissions when this primary school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. East Riding of Yorkshire publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

The catchment area for Thorngumbald Primary School is set by East Riding of Yorkshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

The official admissions policy, including the catchment boundary map, is published by East Riding of Yorkshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find East Riding of Yorkshire catchment area documents →

Thorngumbald Primary School: 230 places, 77% filled: places available

Thorngumbald Primary School has a published admission number of 230 places. 177 pupils were enrolled in the most recent data, giving a fill rate of 77%. At 77% full, the school currently has headroom below its 230 place limit. Catchment distance criteria still apply when the school is oversubscribed, but at current demand levels, places have been available for applicants outside the immediate catchment area.

The fill-rate figure above reflects overall demand, but the school's intake also varies by community profile. 10.2% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, below the national average. The school draws primarily from a lower-deprivation part of Thorngumbald.

To check whether your home address falls within the historical catchment boundary, use the postcode search tool on this site.

East Riding of Yorkshire publishes its full admissions policy, including oversubscription criteria, the previous year's last-distance figures, and the appeals timetable, on the council's official admissions page. Find East Riding of Yorkshire school admissions →

Thorngumbald Primary School: School Information

Full address
Plumtree Road, Thorngumbald, HU12 9QQ
Local authority
East Riding of Yorkshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4-11 years
Free school meals
10.2% of pupils
DfE URN
135077

Nearest primary schools by distance

These are the primary schools closest to Thorngumbald Primary School by straight-line distance, including ones across a town or council boundary. Distance is not the same as being in catchment: always check each school's own admissions policy for its actual boundary.

Frequently Asked Questions: Thorngumbald Primary School

What is the catchment area for Thorngumbald Primary School?

The catchment area for Thorngumbald Primary School is the geographic zone East Riding of Yorkshire uses to prioritise admissions when this primary school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. East Riding of Yorkshire publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Is Thorngumbald Primary School oversubscribed?

Thorngumbald Primary School has a capacity of 230 places and currently has 177 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with East Riding of Yorkshire.

What is the admissions policy for Thorngumbald Primary School?

Admission to Thorngumbald Primary School is managed by East Riding of Yorkshire. 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 Thorngumbald Primary School cover?

Thorngumbald Primary School is a primary school in Thorngumbald, East Riding of Yorkshire, serving pupils aged 4-11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Thorngumbald Primary School?

Thorngumbald Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.

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