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Queen Elizabeth Studio School Catchment Area

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

Queen Elizabeth Studio School is a studio s secondary school in Westmorland and Furness , serving pupils aged 14–19, with 332 pupils, and a capacity of 300 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

14–19

Age range

332

Pupils

300

Capacity

111%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Queen Elizabeth Studio School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Queen Elizabeth Studio School are allocated by Westmorland and Furness using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Currently oversubscribed: 332 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 300 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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Queen Elizabeth Studio School — School Information

Full address
Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2HJ
Local authority
Westmorland and Furness
School type
Studio schools
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
14–19 years
Free school meals
9% of pupils
DfE URN
143749

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Frequently Asked Questions — Queen Elizabeth Studio School

Is Queen Elizabeth Studio School oversubscribed?

Yes — Queen Elizabeth Studio School currently has 332 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 300 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Queen Elizabeth Studio School?

Admission to Queen Elizabeth Studio School is managed by Westmorland and Furness. 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 Queen Elizabeth Studio School cover?

Queen Elizabeth Studio School is a secondary school in Westmorland and Furness, serving pupils aged 14–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Queen Elizabeth Studio School?

Queen Elizabeth Studio School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.