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Rossendale School Catchment Area

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

Rossendale School is a other independent special not applicable school in Bury, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 7–19, with 92 pupils, and a capacity of 104 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby not applicable schools below.

7–19

Age range

92

Pupils

104

Capacity

88%

Fill rate

Rossendale School Catchment Area Information

Entry to Rossendale School is selective — applicants must pass the relevant admissions test. Among qualifying applicants, Lancashire may use distance or catchment area as a tiebreaker when the school is oversubscribed. Check the admissions policy for how the selection and distance criteria interact.

The full admissions policy — including test registration dates, qualifying scores, and any distance criteria — is published by Lancashire before each admissions cycle. Verify your child's eligibility and your home address directly with the council.

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Rossendale School — School Information

Full address
Bamford Road, Ramsbottom, Bury, BL0 0RT
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Other independent special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
7–19 years
Admissions policy
Selective
DfE URN
119845

Other Not applicable Schools in Bury

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Rossendale School

Is Rossendale School oversubscribed?

Rossendale School has a capacity of 104 places and currently has 92 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Lancashire.

What is the admissions policy for Rossendale School?

Rossendale School is a selective school — admission requires passing the relevant admissions test. Lancashire publishes the full policy each year, including test dates, qualifying scores, and any distance tiebreaker.

What age range does Rossendale School cover?

Rossendale School is a not applicable school in Bury, Lancashire, serving pupils aged 7–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.