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Mayfield School Catchment Area

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

Mayfield School is a community special not applicable school in Chorley, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 4–19, with 129 pupils, and a capacity of 131 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–19

Age range

129

Pupils

131

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Mayfield School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Mayfield 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: 98% 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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Mayfield School — School Information

Full address
Gloucester Road, Chorley, PR7 3HN
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Community special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
4–19 years
Free school meals
37.1% of pupils
DfE URN
119889

Other Not applicable Schools in Chorley

If Mayfield School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Chorley are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Mayfield School

Is Mayfield School oversubscribed?

Mayfield School is operating close to its capacity of 131 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Mayfield School?

Admission to Mayfield 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 Mayfield School cover?

Mayfield School is a not applicable school in Chorley, Lancashire, serving pupils aged 4–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Mayfield School?

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