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Gisburn Primary School Catchment Area

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

Gisburn Primary School is a community primary school in Clitheroe, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 137 pupils, and a capacity of 140 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

137

Pupils

140

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2019

Gisburn Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Gisburn Primary 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 →

Gisburn Primary School — School Information

Full address
Burnley Road, Gisburn, Clitheroe, BB7 4ET
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
6.6% of pupils
DfE URN
119270

Other Primary Schools in Clitheroe

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Gisburn Primary School

Is Gisburn Primary School oversubscribed?

Gisburn Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 140 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Gisburn Primary School?

Admission to Gisburn 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 Gisburn Primary School cover?

Gisburn Primary School is a primary school in Clitheroe, 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 Gisburn Primary School?

Gisburn Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.