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Village Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Village Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Derby , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 695 pupils, and a capacity of 732 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–11

Age range

695

Pupils

732

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Village Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Village Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Derby. 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: 95% 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 Derby 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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Village Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Village Street, Normanton, Derby, DE23 8DF
Local authority
Derby
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
63% of pupils
DfE URN
145760

Other Primary Schools in Derby

If Village Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Derby are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Village Primary Academy

Is Village Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Village Primary Academy is operating close to its capacity of 732 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Village Primary Academy?

Admission to Village Primary Academy is managed by Derby. 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 Village Primary Academy cover?

Village Primary Academy is a primary school in Derby, 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 Village Primary Academy?

Village Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.