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Townfield Primary School Catchment Area

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

Townfield Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Wirral , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 490 pupils, and a capacity of 471 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

490

Pupils

471

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2011

Townfield Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Townfield Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Wirral. 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: 490 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 471 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 Wirral 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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Townfield Primary School — School Information

Full address
Townfield Lane, Wirral, CH43 2LH
Local authority
Wirral
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
14.5% of pupils
DfE URN
140931

Other Primary Schools in Wirral

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Townfield Primary School

Is Townfield Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Townfield Primary School currently has 490 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 471 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Townfield Primary School?

Admission to Townfield Primary School is managed by Wirral. 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 Townfield Primary School cover?

Townfield Primary School is a primary school in Wirral, 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 Townfield Primary School?

Townfield Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2011. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.