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Ladybridge High School Catchment Area

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

Ladybridge High School is a community secondary school in Bolton , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1123 pupils, and a capacity of 1140 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,123

Pupils

1,140

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Ladybridge High School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Ladybridge High School are allocated by Bolton using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Operating near capacity: 99% 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 Bolton 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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Ladybridge High School — School Information

Full address
New York, Junction Road, Bolton, BL3 4NG
Local authority
Bolton
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
33.5% of pupils
DfE URN
134646

Other Secondary Schools in Bolton

If Ladybridge High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bolton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ladybridge High School

Is Ladybridge High School oversubscribed?

Ladybridge High School is operating close to its capacity of 1140 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ladybridge High School?

Admission to Ladybridge High School is managed by Bolton. 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 Ladybridge High School cover?

Ladybridge High School is a secondary school in Bolton, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Ladybridge High School?

Ladybridge High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.