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Bolton Primary School Catchment Area

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

Bolton Primary School is a community primary school in Appleby-in-Westmorland, Westmorland and Furness , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 59 pupils, and a capacity of 60 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

59

Pupils

60

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Bolton Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Bolton Primary School is set by Westmorland and Furness and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 98% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Westmorland and Furness before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Westmorland and Furness catchment area documents →

Bolton Primary School — School Information

Full address
Bolton, Appleby-in-Westmorland, CA16 6AW
Local authority
Westmorland and Furness
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
11.9% of pupils
DfE URN
112176

Other Primary Schools in Appleby-in-Westmorland

If Bolton Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Appleby-in-Westmorland are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Bolton Primary School

Is Bolton Primary School oversubscribed?

Bolton Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 60 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Bolton Primary School?

Admission to Bolton Primary School is managed by Westmorland and Furness. 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 Bolton Primary School cover?

Bolton Primary School is a primary school in Appleby-in-Westmorland, Westmorland and Furness, 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 Bolton Primary School?

Bolton Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.