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St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School Catchment Area

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

St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Burnley, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 280 pupils, and a capacity of 280 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

280

Pupils

280

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School is managed by Lancashire 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: 280 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 280 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 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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St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School — School Information

Full address
Briercliffe Road, Burnley, BB10 2NH
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
30% of pupils
DfE URN
119487

Other Primary Schools in Burnley

If St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Burnley are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School

Is St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School currently has 280 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 280 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School?

St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Lancashire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School cover?

St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Burnley, 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 St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School?

St James' Lanehead Church of England Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.