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Ladywood School Catchment Area

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

Ladywood School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Bolton , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 211 pupils, and a capacity of 235 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

211

Pupils

235

Capacity

90%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2011

Ladywood School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Ladywood School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bolton. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 90% 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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Ladywood School — School Information

Full address
Masefield Road, Little Lever, Bolton, BL3 1NG
Local authority
Bolton
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
39.8% of pupils
DfE URN
146406

Other Not applicable Schools in Bolton

If Ladywood School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Bolton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ladywood School

Is Ladywood School oversubscribed?

Ladywood School is operating close to its capacity of 235 places (90% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ladywood School?

Admission to Ladywood 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 Ladywood School cover?

Ladywood School is a not applicable school in Bolton, 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 Ladywood School?

Ladywood School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2011. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.