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Oakhill School Catchment Area

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

Oakhill School is a other independent not applicable school in Clitheroe, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 0–16, with 299 pupils, and a capacity of 320 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

0–16

Age range

299

Pupils

320

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Oakhill School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Oakhill School is managed by Lancashire and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Operating near capacity: 93% 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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Oakhill School — School Information

Full address
Wiswell Lane, Whalley, Clitheroe, BB7 9AF
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Other independent school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
0–16 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
DfE URN
119833

Other Not applicable Schools in Clitheroe

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Oakhill School

Is Oakhill School oversubscribed?

Oakhill School is operating close to its capacity of 320 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Oakhill School?

Oakhill School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Lancashire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Oakhill School cover?

Oakhill School is a not applicable school in Clitheroe, Lancashire, serving pupils aged 0–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.