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Cobbs Brow School Catchment Area

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

Cobbs Brow School is a community primary school in Skelmersdale, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 312 pupils, and a capacity of 320 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–11

Age range

312

Pupils

320

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2014

Cobbs Brow School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Cobbs Brow 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.

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 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 →

Cobbs Brow School — School Information

Full address
Manfield, Ashurst, Skelmersdale, WN8 6SU
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
22.1% of pupils
DfE URN
119329

Other Primary Schools in Skelmersdale

If Cobbs Brow School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Skelmersdale are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cobbs Brow School

Is Cobbs Brow School oversubscribed?

Cobbs Brow School is operating close to its capacity of 320 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Cobbs Brow School?

Admission to Cobbs Brow 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 Cobbs Brow School cover?

Cobbs Brow School is a primary school in Skelmersdale, Lancashire, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Cobbs Brow School?

Cobbs Brow School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.