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Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Catchment Area

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

Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Preston, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 165 pupils, and a capacity of 147 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

165

Pupils

147

Capacity

112%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is managed by Lancashire 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: 165 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 147 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 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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Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School — School Information

Full address
The Green, Churchtown, Preston, PR3 0HS
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
6.1% of pupils
DfE URN
119361

Other Primary Schools in Preston

If Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Preston are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Is Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School currently has 165 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 147 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Lancashire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School cover?

Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided 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 Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School?

Kirkland and Catterall St Helen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.