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Little Hoole Primary School Catchment Area

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

Little Hoole Primary School is a community primary school in Preston, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 191 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–11

Age range

191

Pupils

210

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Little Hoole Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Little Hoole Primary School is set by Lancashire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 91% 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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Little Hoole Primary School — School Information

Full address
Dob Lane, Walmer Bridge, Preston, PR4 5QL
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Free school meals
13.6% of pupils
DfE URN
119156

Other Primary Schools in Preston

If Little Hoole Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Preston are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Little Hoole Primary School

Is Little Hoole Primary School oversubscribed?

Little Hoole Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Little Hoole Primary School?

Admission to Little Hoole Primary 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 Little Hoole Primary School cover?

Little Hoole Primary School is a primary school in Preston, Lancashire, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Little Hoole Primary School?

Little Hoole Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.