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Penny Bridge CofE School Catchment Area

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

Penny Bridge CofE School is a academy converter primary school in Ulverston, Westmorland and Furness , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 120 pupils, and a capacity of 105 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

120

Pupils

105

Capacity

114%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Penny Bridge CofE School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Penny Bridge CofE School is managed by Westmorland and Furness 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 120 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 105 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 Westmorland and Furness 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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Penny Bridge CofE School — School Information

Full address
Greenodd, Ulverston, LA12 7RQ
Local authority
Westmorland and Furness
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
5% of pupils
DfE URN
140306

Other Primary Schools in Ulverston

If Penny Bridge CofE School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Ulverston are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Penny Bridge CofE School

Is Penny Bridge CofE School oversubscribed?

Yes — Penny Bridge CofE School currently has 120 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 105 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Penny Bridge CofE School?

Penny Bridge CofE School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Westmorland and Furness before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Penny Bridge CofE School cover?

Penny Bridge CofE School is a primary school in Ulverston, Westmorland and Furness, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Penny Bridge CofE School?

Penny Bridge CofE School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.