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Wansdyke School Catchment Area

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

Wansdyke School is a academy converter primary school in Devizes, Wiltshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 236 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

236

Pupils

210

Capacity

112%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Wansdyke School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Wansdyke School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Wiltshire. 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: 236 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 Wiltshire 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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Wansdyke School — School Information

Full address
Downlands Road, Devizes, SN10 5EF
Local authority
Wiltshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
16.5% of pupils
DfE URN
139303

Other Primary Schools in Devizes

If Wansdyke School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Devizes are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Wansdyke School

Is Wansdyke School oversubscribed?

Yes — Wansdyke School currently has 236 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Wansdyke School?

Admission to Wansdyke School is managed by Wiltshire. 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 Wansdyke School cover?

Wansdyke School is a primary school in Devizes, Wiltshire, 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 Wansdyke School?

Wansdyke School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.