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Longshaw Community Junior School Catchment Area

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

Longshaw Community Junior School is a community primary school in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 360 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

7–11

Age range

360

Pupils

360

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Longshaw Community Junior School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Longshaw Community Junior School is set by Blackburn with Darwen and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Currently oversubscribed: 360 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Blackburn with Darwen 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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Longshaw Community Junior School — School Information

Full address
Park Lee Road, Blackburn, BB2 3NX
Local authority
Blackburn with Darwen
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
58.9% of pupils
DfE URN
119119

Other Primary Schools in Blackburn

If Longshaw Community Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Blackburn are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Longshaw Community Junior School

Is Longshaw Community Junior School oversubscribed?

Yes — Longshaw Community Junior School currently has 360 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Longshaw Community Junior School?

Admission to Longshaw Community Junior School is managed by Blackburn with Darwen. 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 Longshaw Community Junior School cover?

Longshaw Community Junior School is a primary school in Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, 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 Longshaw Community Junior School?

Longshaw Community Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.