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Woodlands Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Woodlands Primary Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 463 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

463

Pupils

420

Capacity

110%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Woodlands Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Woodlands Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Norfolk. 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: 463 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 Norfolk 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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Woodlands Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Church Walk, Bradwell, Great Yarmouth, NR31 8QQ
Local authority
Norfolk
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
14.5% of pupils
DfE URN
139580

Other Primary Schools in Great Yarmouth

If Woodlands Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Great Yarmouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Woodlands Primary Academy

Is Woodlands Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Woodlands Primary Academy currently has 463 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Woodlands Primary Academy?

Admission to Woodlands Primary Academy is managed by Norfolk. 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 Woodlands Primary Academy cover?

Woodlands Primary Academy is a primary school in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, 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 Woodlands Primary Academy?

Woodlands Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.