The Lakes School Catchment Area
The Lakes School is a community secondary school in Windermere, Westmorland and Furness , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 439 pupils, and a capacity of 851 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–18
Age range
439
Pupils
851
Capacity
52%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2020
The Lakes School Catchment Area Information
Secondary school places at The Lakes School are allocated by Westmorland and Furness using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Westmorland and Furness before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Westmorland and Furness catchment area documents →The Lakes School — School Information
- Full address
- Troutbeck Bridge, Windermere, LA23 1HW
- Local authority
- Westmorland and Furness
- School type
- Community school
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–18 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 13.6% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 112379
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Frequently Asked Questions — The Lakes School
Is The Lakes School oversubscribed? ▾
The Lakes School has a capacity of 851 places and currently has 439 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Westmorland and Furness.
What is the admissions policy for The Lakes School? ▾
Admission to The Lakes School is managed by Westmorland and Furness. 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 Lakes School cover? ▾
The Lakes School is a secondary school in Windermere, Westmorland and Furness, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.
What is the Ofsted rating for The Lakes School? ▾
The Lakes School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.