Dowdales School Catchment Area
Dowdales School is a community secondary school in Dalton-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 827 pupils, and a capacity of 1050 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
827
Pupils
1,050
Capacity
79%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2019
Dowdales School Catchment Area Information
Secondary school places at Dowdales School are allocated by Westmorland and Furness 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 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 →Dowdales School — School Information
- Full address
- Dalton-in-Furness, LA15 8AH
- Local authority
- Westmorland and Furness
- School type
- Community school
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 20.1% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 112383
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Frequently Asked Questions — Dowdales School
Is Dowdales School oversubscribed? ▾
Dowdales School has a capacity of 1050 places and currently has 827 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Westmorland and Furness.
What is the admissions policy for Dowdales School? ▾
Admission to Dowdales 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 Dowdales School cover? ▾
Dowdales School is a secondary school in Dalton-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness, 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 Dowdales School? ▾
Dowdales School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.