Baines School Catchment Area
Baines School is a voluntary aided secondary school in Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 747 pupils, and a capacity of 890 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
747
Pupils
890
Capacity
84%
Fill rate
Requires improvement
Ofsted 2023
Baines School Catchment Area Information
Secondary school places at Baines School are allocated by Lancashire using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Lancashire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Lancashire catchment area documents →Baines School — School Information
- Full address
- Highcross Road, Poulton-le-Fylde, FY6 8BE
- Local authority
- Lancashire
- School type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 30.1% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 119813
Other Secondary Schools in Poulton-le-Fylde
If Baines School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Poulton-le-Fylde are the next closest alternatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Baines School
Is Baines School oversubscribed? ▾
Baines School has a capacity of 890 places and currently has 747 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Lancashire.
What is the admissions policy for Baines School? ▾
Admission to Baines School is managed by Lancashire. 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 Baines School cover? ▾
Baines School is a secondary school in Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.
What is the Ofsted rating for Baines School? ▾
Baines School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.