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Laneshaw Bridge Primary Catchment Area

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

Laneshaw Bridge Primary is a academy converter primary school in Colne, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 204 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

204

Pupils

210

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

Laneshaw Bridge Primary Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Laneshaw Bridge Primary 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.

Operating near capacity: 97% 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.

Find Lancashire catchment area documents →

Laneshaw Bridge Primary — School Information

Full address
Laneshaw Bridge Primary School, Emmott Lane, Colne, BB8 7JE
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
11.3% of pupils
DfE URN
145817

Other Primary Schools in Colne

If Laneshaw Bridge Primary is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Colne are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Laneshaw Bridge Primary

Is Laneshaw Bridge Primary oversubscribed?

Laneshaw Bridge Primary is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Laneshaw Bridge Primary?

Admission to Laneshaw Bridge Primary 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 Laneshaw Bridge Primary cover?

Laneshaw Bridge Primary is a primary school in Colne, 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 Laneshaw Bridge Primary?

Laneshaw Bridge Primary was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.