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St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster Catchment Area

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

St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster is a academy sponsor led primary school in Lancaster, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 150 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

4–11

Age range

150

Pupils

210

Capacity

71%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2024

St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster 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.

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.

Find Lancashire catchment area documents →

St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster — School Information

Full address
Aldrens Lane, Lancaster, LA1 2DU
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Free school meals
51.3% of pupils
DfE URN
148770

Other Primary Schools in Lancaster

If St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Lancaster are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster

Is St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster oversubscribed?

St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster has a capacity of 210 places and currently has 150 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Lancashire.

What is the admissions policy for St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster?

St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster 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 Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster cover?

St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster is a primary school in Lancaster, 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 Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster?

St Josephs Catholic Primary School, Lancaster was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.