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Gillibrand Primary School Catchment Area

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

Gillibrand Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Chorley, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 201 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

201

Pupils

210

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2016

Gillibrand Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Gillibrand Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Lancashire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 96% 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.

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Gillibrand Primary School — School Information

Full address
Grosvenor Road, Chorley, PR7 2PJ
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
28.9% of pupils
DfE URN
150234

Other Primary Schools in Chorley

If Gillibrand Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Chorley are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Gillibrand Primary School

Is Gillibrand Primary School oversubscribed?

Gillibrand Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Gillibrand Primary School?

Admission to Gillibrand Primary 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 Gillibrand Primary School cover?

Gillibrand Primary School is a primary school in Chorley, Lancashire, 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 Gillibrand Primary School?

Gillibrand Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.