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Melbourne Junior School

Melbourne Junior School is a Primary school in Derby, Derbyshire. Use our free interactive catchment tool to check whether any property falls within this school's catchment area.

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Ages 7-11Age range
PrimarySchool phase
84%Capacity used (235 of 280 pupils)
16.60%Free school meals eligible

⚠️ Important: Catchment Measuring Points Vary

School catchment distances are not always measured from the school's postcode or map pin. Some schools measure from the school gates, others from the main entrance, a specific published measuring point, or the centre of the school building. Always check Melbourne Junior School's published admissions policy or contact Derbyshire Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School nameMelbourne Junior School
URN112593
AddressPackhorse Road, Derby, Derbyshire, DE73 8JE
Telephone01332862344
HeadteacherDanielle Martin (Headteacher)
School typeCommunity school
PhasePrimary
Age rangeAges 7-11
GenderMixed
Local authorityDerbyshire
RegionEast Midlands
Approx. coordinates52.826834, -1.424848 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

📌 How places are allocated at this school

This school is likely to use straight-line distance from home to school as its oversubscription criterion, making our catchment checker directly applicable. Always verify the exact measuring point with the school or local authority.

Key Information for Parents

📍 How to use our catchment tool

Click "Open Catchment Tool" above, add this school by searching for its name or postcode, enter the catchment distance from the school's admissions policy, then check any address to see if it falls inside or outside catchment.

📄 Find the admissions policy

The official admissions policy for Melbourne Junior School will be published on the school's website or on the Derbyshire Council website. Search for "Melbourne Junior School admissions policy" to find the current year's document.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

Visit the Ofsted reports website to find the latest inspection report and rating for this school.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

Visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk and search for this school to find the latest inspection report and rating.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for Melbourne Junior School?

Use our free catchment tool above. Enter the school's name or postcode to plot it on the map, add the catchment radius from the school's admissions policy, then use "Check Address" to test any postcode or address. Always verify the exact measuring point with Derbyshire Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for Melbourne Junior School?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, Derbyshire Council publishes annual admissions statistics including the furthest distance offered at each school. For academies and faith schools, check the school's own website.

Is the catchment area for Melbourne Junior School the same every year?

No — catchment distances change year on year depending on how many children apply and how many places are available. Always use the most recent admissions data from the school or local authority.

What is the URN for Melbourne Junior School?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for Melbourne Junior School is 112593. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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