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Thorplands Primary School Catchment Area

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

Thorplands Primary School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 224 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

224

Pupils

210

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Thorplands Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Thorplands Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with West Northamptonshire. 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: 224 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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 West Northamptonshire 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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Thorplands Primary School — School Information

Full address
Farm Field Court, Thorplands, Northampton, NN3 8AQ
Local authority
West Northamptonshire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
43.6% of pupils
DfE URN
139424

Other Primary Schools in Northampton

If Thorplands Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Northampton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Thorplands Primary School

Is Thorplands Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Thorplands Primary School currently has 224 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Thorplands Primary School?

Admission to Thorplands Primary School is managed by West Northamptonshire. 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 Thorplands Primary School cover?

Thorplands Primary School is a primary school in Northampton, West Northamptonshire, 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 Thorplands Primary School?

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