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Western Primary School Catchment Area

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

Western Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Harrogate, North Yorkshire , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 494 pupils, and a capacity of 472 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

494

Pupils

472

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2018

Western Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Western Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with North Yorkshire. 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: 494 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 472 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 North Yorkshire 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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Western Primary School — School Information

Full address
Cold Bath Road, Harrogate, HG2 0NA
Local authority
North Yorkshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
8.1% of pupils
DfE URN
142220

Other Primary Schools in Harrogate

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Western Primary School

Is Western Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Western Primary School currently has 494 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 472 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Western Primary School?

Admission to Western Primary School is managed by North Yorkshire. 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 Western Primary School cover?

Western Primary School is a primary school in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, 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 Western Primary School?

Western Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.