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Lymm High School Catchment Area

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

Lymm High School is a academy converter secondary school in Lymm, Warrington , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1923 pupils, and a capacity of 1909 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,923

Pupils

1,909

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Lymm High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Lymm High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Warrington. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 1923 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1909 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 Warrington 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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Lymm High School — School Information

Full address
Oughtrington Lane, Lymm, WA13 0RB
Local authority
Warrington
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
11.1% of pupils
DfE URN
138732

Frequently Asked Questions — Lymm High School

Is Lymm High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Lymm High School currently has 1923 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1909 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Lymm High School?

Admission to Lymm High School is managed by Warrington. 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 Lymm High School cover?

Lymm High School is a secondary school in Lymm, Warrington, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Lymm High School?

Lymm High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.