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Eden School Catchment Area

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

Eden School is a free s special not applicable school in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen , serving pupils aged 8–16, 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.

8–16

Age range

59

Pupils

60

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Eden School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Eden School is set by Blackburn with Darwen 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 Blackburn with Darwen before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Blackburn with Darwen catchment area documents →

Eden School — School Information

Full address
Heys Lane, Blackburn, BB2 4NW
Local authority
Blackburn with Darwen
School type
Free schools special
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
8–16 years
Free school meals
52.5% of pupils
DfE URN
141016

Other Not applicable Schools in Blackburn

If Eden School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Blackburn are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Eden School

Is Eden School oversubscribed?

Eden 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 Eden School?

Admission to Eden School is managed by Blackburn with Darwen. 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 Eden School cover?

Eden School is a not applicable school in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, serving pupils aged 8–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Eden School?

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