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Hoddlesden St Paul's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area

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

Hoddlesden St Paul's Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 231 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

231

Pupils

210

Capacity

110%

Fill rate

Hoddlesden St Paul's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Hoddlesden St Paul's Church of England Primary School is managed by Blackburn with Darwen and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 231 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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 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.

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Hoddlesden St Paul's Church of England Primary School — School Information

Full address
Hoddlesden St Paul's CE Primary School, Bayne Street, Darwen, BB3 3NH
Local authority
Blackburn with Darwen
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
1.8% of pupils
DfE URN
119455

Other Primary Schools in Darwen

If Hoddlesden St Paul's Church of England Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Darwen are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hoddlesden St Paul's Church of England Primary School

Is Hoddlesden St Paul's Church of England Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Hoddlesden St Paul's Church of England Primary School currently has 231 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Hoddlesden St Paul's Church of England Primary School?

Hoddlesden St Paul's Church of England Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Blackburn with Darwen before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Hoddlesden St Paul's Church of England Primary School cover?

Hoddlesden St Paul's Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.