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St Lawrence School Catchment Area

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

St Lawrence School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Horncastle, Lincolnshire , serving pupils aged 5–16, with 180 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

5–16

Age range

180

Pupils

180

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

St Lawrence School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, St Lawrence School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Lincolnshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 180 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 180 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 Lincolnshire 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 Lawrence School — School Information

Full address
Bowl Alley Lane, Horncastle, LN9 5EJ
Local authority
Lincolnshire
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
5–16 years
Free school meals
58.3% of pupils
DfE URN
142308

Frequently Asked Questions — St Lawrence School

Is St Lawrence School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Lawrence School currently has 180 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 180 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Lawrence School?

Admission to St Lawrence School is managed by Lincolnshire. 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 St Lawrence School cover?

St Lawrence School is a not applicable school in Horncastle, Lincolnshire, serving pupils aged 5–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Lawrence School?

St Lawrence School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.