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Newbridge Learning Community Catchment Area

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

Newbridge Learning Community is a community special not applicable school in Wigan , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 87 pupils, and a capacity of 88 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

87

Pupils

88

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Newbridge Learning Community Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Newbridge Learning Community is set by Wigan and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 99% 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 Wigan 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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Newbridge Learning Community — School Information

Full address
Moss Lane, Platt Bridge, Wigan, WN2 3TL
Local authority
Wigan
School type
Community special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
73.6% of pupils
DfE URN
135199

Other Not applicable Schools in Wigan

If Newbridge Learning Community is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Wigan are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Newbridge Learning Community

Is Newbridge Learning Community oversubscribed?

Newbridge Learning Community is operating close to its capacity of 88 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Newbridge Learning Community?

Admission to Newbridge Learning Community is managed by Wigan. 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 Newbridge Learning Community cover?

Newbridge Learning Community is a not applicable school in Wigan, 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 Newbridge Learning Community?

Newbridge Learning Community was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.