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Lancaster High School Catchment Area

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

Lancaster High School is a academy converter secondary school in Lancaster, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 591 pupils, and a capacity of 750 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–16

Age range

591

Pupils

750

Capacity

79%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Lancaster High School Catchment Area Information

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

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.

Find Lancashire catchment area documents →

Lancaster High School — School Information

Full address
Crag Road, Lancaster, LA1 3LS
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
45.3% of pupils
DfE URN
147260

Other Secondary Schools in Lancaster

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Lancaster High School

Is Lancaster High School oversubscribed?

Lancaster High School has a capacity of 750 places and currently has 591 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Lancashire.

What is the admissions policy for Lancaster High School?

Admission to Lancaster High 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 Lancaster High School cover?

Lancaster High School is a secondary school in Lancaster, Lancashire, 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 Lancaster High School?

Lancaster High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.