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Lostock Hall Academy Catchment Area

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

Lostock Hall Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Preston, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 773 pupils, and a capacity of 800 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

773

Pupils

800

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Lostock Hall Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Lostock Hall Academy 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.

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Lostock Hall Academy — School Information

Full address
Todd Lane North, Lostock Hall, Preston, PR5 5UR
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
17.3% of pupils
DfE URN
137111

Other Secondary Schools in Preston

If Lostock Hall Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Preston are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Lostock Hall Academy

Is Lostock Hall Academy oversubscribed?

Lostock Hall Academy is operating close to its capacity of 800 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Lostock Hall Academy?

Admission to Lostock Hall Academy 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 Lostock Hall Academy cover?

Lostock Hall Academy is a secondary school in Preston, 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 Lostock Hall Academy?

Lostock Hall Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.