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Kirkham and Wesham Primary School Catchment Area

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

Kirkham and Wesham Primary School is a community primary school in Preston, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 192 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

192

Pupils

210

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Kirkham and Wesham Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Kirkham and Wesham 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: 91% 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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Kirkham and Wesham Primary School — School Information

Full address
Nelson Street, Kirkham, Preston, PR4 2JP
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
29.2% of pupils
DfE URN
119145

Other Primary Schools in Preston

If Kirkham and Wesham Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Preston are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Kirkham and Wesham Primary School

Is Kirkham and Wesham Primary School oversubscribed?

Kirkham and Wesham Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Kirkham and Wesham Primary School?

Admission to Kirkham and Wesham 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 Kirkham and Wesham Primary School cover?

Kirkham and Wesham Primary School is a primary school in Preston, 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 Kirkham and Wesham Primary School?

Kirkham and Wesham Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.