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Woodthorpe CofE Primary School Catchment Area

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

Woodthorpe CofE Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Chesterfield, Derbyshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 139 pupils, and a capacity of 119 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

139

Pupils

119

Capacity

117%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Woodthorpe CofE Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Woodthorpe CofE Primary School is managed by Derbyshire and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 139 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 119 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 Derbyshire 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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Woodthorpe CofE Primary School — School Information

Full address
Seymour Lane, Woodthorpe, Chesterfield, S43 3DA
Local authority
Derbyshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
40.3% of pupils
DfE URN
147107

Other Primary Schools in Chesterfield

If Woodthorpe CofE Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Chesterfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Woodthorpe CofE Primary School

Is Woodthorpe CofE Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Woodthorpe CofE Primary School currently has 139 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 119 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Woodthorpe CofE Primary School?

Woodthorpe CofE Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Derbyshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Woodthorpe CofE Primary School cover?

Woodthorpe CofE Primary School is a primary school in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, 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 Woodthorpe CofE Primary School?

Woodthorpe CofE Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.