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Leyland Methodist Junior School Catchment Area

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

Leyland Methodist Junior School is a academy converter primary school in Leyland, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 262 pupils, and a capacity of 280 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

262

Pupils

280

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Leyland Methodist Junior School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Leyland Methodist Junior 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.

Operating near capacity: 94% 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.

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Leyland Methodist Junior School — School Information

Full address
Canberra Road, Leyland, PR25 3ET
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Religious character
Methodist
Free school meals
15.6% of pupils
DfE URN
150577

Other Primary Schools in Leyland

If Leyland Methodist Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Leyland are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Leyland Methodist Junior School

Is Leyland Methodist Junior School oversubscribed?

Leyland Methodist Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 280 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Leyland Methodist Junior School?

Leyland Methodist Junior 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 Leyland Methodist Junior School cover?

Leyland Methodist Junior School is a primary school in Leyland, Lancashire, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Leyland Methodist Junior School?

Leyland Methodist Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.