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St Wilfrid's Cof E Primary School Catchment Area

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

St Wilfrid's Cof E Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Lancaster, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 235 pupils, and a capacity of 245 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

235

Pupils

245

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

St Wilfrid's Cof E Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Wilfrid's Cof E 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.

Operating near capacity: 96% 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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St Wilfrid's Cof E Primary School — School Information

Full address
Pennystone Road, Halton, Lancaster, LA2 6QE
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
12.3% of pupils
DfE URN
119529

Other Primary Schools in Lancaster

If St Wilfrid's Cof E Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Lancaster are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Wilfrid's Cof E Primary School

Is St Wilfrid's Cof E Primary School oversubscribed?

St Wilfrid's Cof E Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 245 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for St Wilfrid's Cof E Primary School?

St Wilfrid's Cof E 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 Wilfrid's Cof E Primary School cover?

St Wilfrid's Cof E Primary School 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.