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Poulton Lancelyn Primary School Catchment Area

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

Poulton Lancelyn Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Wirral , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 509 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

509

Pupils

420

Capacity

121%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Poulton Lancelyn Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Poulton Lancelyn Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Wirral. 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: 509 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 Wirral 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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Poulton Lancelyn Primary School — School Information

Full address
Venables Drive, Bebington, Wirral, CH63 9LY
Local authority
Wirral
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
5.2% of pupils
DfE URN
143503

Other Primary Schools in Wirral

If Poulton Lancelyn Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Wirral are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Poulton Lancelyn Primary School

Is Poulton Lancelyn Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Poulton Lancelyn Primary School currently has 509 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Poulton Lancelyn Primary School?

Admission to Poulton Lancelyn Primary School is managed by Wirral. 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 Poulton Lancelyn Primary School cover?

Poulton Lancelyn Primary School is a primary school in Wirral, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Poulton Lancelyn Primary School?

Poulton Lancelyn Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.