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The Heights Burnley Catchment Area

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

The Heights Burnley is a free s alternative provision not applicable school in Burnley, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 5-16, and a capacity of 150 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby not applicable schools below.

5-16

Age range

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150

Capacity

Good

Ofsted 2024

The Heights Burnley Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for The Heights Burnley?

The catchment area for The Heights Burnley is the geographic zone Lancashire uses to prioritise admissions when this not applicable school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Lancashire publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

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

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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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The Heights Burnley: School Information

Full address
Burleigh Street, Burnley, BB12 0DU
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Free schools alternative provision
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
5-16 years
DfE URN
145918

Other Not applicable Schools in Burnley

If The Heights Burnley is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Burnley are the next closest alternatives.

Nearest not applicable schools by distance

These are the not applicable schools closest to The Heights Burnley by straight-line distance, including ones across a town or council boundary. Distance is not the same as being in catchment: always check each school's own admissions policy for its actual boundary.

Frequently Asked Questions: The Heights Burnley

What is the catchment area for The Heights Burnley?

The catchment area for The Heights Burnley is the geographic zone Lancashire uses to prioritise admissions when this not applicable school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Lancashire publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Is The Heights Burnley oversubscribed?

The Heights Burnley has a capacity of 150 places. For the most up-to-date data, check with Lancashire.

What is the admissions policy for The Heights Burnley?

Admission to The Heights Burnley 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 The Heights Burnley cover?

The Heights Burnley is a not applicable school in Burnley, Lancashire, 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 The Heights Burnley?

The Heights Burnley was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.

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