Barrowford School Catchment Area
Barrowford School is a community primary school in Nelson, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 327 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.
4–11
Age range
327
Pupils
420
Capacity
78%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2022
Barrowford School Catchment Area Information
The catchment area for Barrowford School is set by Lancashire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.
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 →Barrowford School — School Information
- Full address
- Rushton Street, Barrowford, Nelson, BB9 6EA
- Local authority
- Lancashire
- School type
- Community school
- Phase of education
- Primary
- Age range
- 4–11 years
- Free school meals
- 41.3% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 119166
Other Primary Schools in Nelson
If Barrowford School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Nelson are the next closest alternatives.
Bradley Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · BB9 7RF
Marsden Community Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · BB9 0BE
Lomeshaye Junior School Catchment Area
Community school · BB9 7SY
Walverden Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · BB9 0TL
Whitefield Infant School and Nursery Catchment Area
Community school · BB9 7HF
Roughlee Church of England Primary School Catchment Area
Voluntary controlled school · BB9 6NX
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Frequently Asked Questions — Barrowford School
Is Barrowford School oversubscribed? ▾
Barrowford School has a capacity of 420 places and currently has 327 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Lancashire.
What is the admissions policy for Barrowford School? ▾
Admission to Barrowford 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 Barrowford School cover? ▾
Barrowford School is a primary school in Nelson, Lancashire, 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 Barrowford School? ▾
Barrowford School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.