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George Hastwell School Special Academy Catchment Area

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

George Hastwell School Special Academy is a academy special sponsor led not applicable school in Barrow-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness , serving pupils aged 3–19, with 94 pupils, and a capacity of 90 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–19

Age range

94

Pupils

90

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

George Hastwell School Special Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, George Hastwell School Special Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Westmorland and Furness. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 94 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 90 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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.

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George Hastwell School Special Academy — School Information

Full address
Moor Tarn Lane, Walney Island, Barrow-in-Furness, LA14 3LW
Local authority
Westmorland and Furness
School type
Academy special sponsor led
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
3–19 years
Free school meals
66.7% of pupils
DfE URN
141993

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If George Hastwell School Special Academy is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Barrow-in-Furness are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — George Hastwell School Special Academy

Is George Hastwell School Special Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — George Hastwell School Special Academy currently has 94 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 90 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for George Hastwell School Special Academy?

Admission to George Hastwell School Special Academy 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 George Hastwell School Special Academy cover?

George Hastwell School Special Academy is a not applicable school in Barrow-in-Furness, Westmorland and Furness, serving pupils aged 3–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.