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Waterside Primary School Catchment Area

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

Waterside Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Stoke-on-Trent , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 470 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

470

Pupils

360

Capacity

131%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2019

Waterside Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Waterside Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Stoke-on-Trent. 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: 470 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 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 Stoke-on-Trent 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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Waterside Primary School — School Information

Full address
Eastwood Road, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 3JS
Local authority
Stoke-on-Trent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
27.3% of pupils
DfE URN
148121

Other Primary Schools in Stoke-on-Trent

If Waterside Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Waterside Primary School

Is Waterside Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Waterside Primary School currently has 470 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Waterside Primary School?

Admission to Waterside Primary School is managed by Stoke-on-Trent. 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 Waterside Primary School cover?

Waterside Primary School is a primary school in Stoke-on-Trent, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Waterside Primary School?

Waterside Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.