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Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Stafford, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 248 pupils, and a capacity of 330 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

3–11

Age range

248

Pupils

330

Capacity

75%

Fill rate

Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

Admission to Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy is managed by Staffordshire 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.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Staffordshire 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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Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Shaws Lane, Eccleshall, Stafford, ST21 6AU
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
10.9% of pupils
DfE URN
143351

Other Primary Schools in Stafford

If Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Stafford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy

Is Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy has a capacity of 330 places and currently has 248 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Staffordshire.

What is the admissions policy for Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy?

Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Staffordshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy cover?

Bishop Lonsdale Church of England Primary Academy is a primary school in Stafford, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.