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Salterforth Primary School Catchment Area

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

Salterforth Primary School is a community primary school in Barnoldswick, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 103 pupils, and a capacity of 105 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

103

Pupils

105

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Salterforth Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Salterforth Primary School is set by Lancashire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 98% 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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Salterforth Primary School — School Information

Full address
Cross Lane, Salterforth, Barnoldswick, BB18 5UD
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
16.5% of pupils
DfE URN
119267

Other Primary Schools in Barnoldswick

If Salterforth Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Barnoldswick are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Salterforth Primary School

Is Salterforth Primary School oversubscribed?

Salterforth Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 105 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Salterforth Primary School?

Admission to Salterforth Primary School is managed by Lancashire. 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 Salterforth Primary School cover?

Salterforth Primary School is a primary school in Barnoldswick, Lancashire, 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 Salterforth Primary School?

Salterforth Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.