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The Orchards Nursery School Catchment Area

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

The Orchards Nursery School is a local authority nursery nursery school in Bolton , serving pupils aged 2-4, with 93 pupils. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby nursery schools below.

2-4

Age range

93

Pupils

Good

Ofsted 2013

The Orchards Nursery School Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for The Orchards Nursery School?

The catchment area for The Orchards Nursery School is the geographic zone Bolton uses to prioritise admissions when this nursery 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. Bolton 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 Orchards Nursery School is set by Bolton and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

The official admissions policy, including the catchment boundary map, is published by Bolton 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 Orchards Nursery School: School Information

Full address
Lower Orchards, Highfield Road, Bolton, BL4 0RA
Local authority
Bolton
School type
Local authority nursery school
Phase of education
Nursery
Age range
2-4 years
DfE URN
105145

Other Nursery Schools in Bolton

If The Orchards Nursery School is oversubscribed, these nursery schools in Bolton are the next closest alternatives.

Nearest nursery schools by distance

These are the nursery schools closest to The Orchards Nursery School 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 Orchards Nursery School

What is the catchment area for The Orchards Nursery School?

The catchment area for The Orchards Nursery School is the geographic zone Bolton uses to prioritise admissions when this nursery 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. Bolton publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Is The Orchards Nursery School oversubscribed?

The Orchards Nursery School has a capacity of N/A places and currently has 93 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Bolton.

What is the admissions policy for The Orchards Nursery School?

Admission to The Orchards Nursery School is managed by Bolton. 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 Orchards Nursery School cover?

The Orchards Nursery School is a nursery school in Bolton, serving pupils aged 2-4. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Orchards Nursery School?

The Orchards Nursery School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.

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