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Woodfield Primary School Catchment Area

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

Woodfield Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Plymouth , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 235 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

235

Pupils

210

Capacity

112%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Woodfield Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Woodfield Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Plymouth. 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: 235 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 Plymouth 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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Woodfield Primary School — School Information

Full address
Taunton Avenue, Whitleigh, Plymouth, PL5 4HW
Local authority
Plymouth
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
47.4% of pupils
DfE URN
143475

Other Primary Schools in Plymouth

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Woodfield Primary School

Is Woodfield Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Woodfield Primary School currently has 235 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Woodfield Primary School?

Admission to Woodfield Primary School is managed by Plymouth. 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 Woodfield Primary School cover?

Woodfield Primary School is a primary school in Plymouth, 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 Woodfield Primary School?

Woodfield Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.