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The Hyndburn Academy Catchment Area

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

The Hyndburn Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Blackburn, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 654 pupils, and a capacity of 675 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

654

Pupils

675

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

The Hyndburn Academy Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 97% 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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The Hyndburn Academy — School Information

Full address
Stourton Street, Rishton, Blackburn, BB1 4ED
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
42.3% of pupils
DfE URN
144356

Other Secondary Schools in Blackburn

If The Hyndburn Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Blackburn are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Hyndburn Academy

Is The Hyndburn Academy oversubscribed?

The Hyndburn Academy is operating close to its capacity of 675 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Hyndburn Academy?

Admission to The Hyndburn Academy 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 Hyndburn Academy cover?

The Hyndburn Academy is a secondary school in Blackburn, Lancashire, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Hyndburn Academy?

The Hyndburn Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.