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The Roebuck School Catchment Area

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

The Roebuck School is a community primary school in Preston, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 338 pupils, and a capacity of 349 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

338

Pupils

349

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

The Roebuck School Catchment Area Information

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

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.

Find Lancashire catchment area documents →

The Roebuck School — School Information

Full address
Inkerman Street, Ashton, Preston, PR2 2BN
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
35.5% of pupils
DfE URN
119237

Other Primary Schools in Preston

If The Roebuck School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Preston are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Roebuck School

Is The Roebuck School oversubscribed?

The Roebuck School is operating close to its capacity of 349 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 Roebuck School?

Admission to The Roebuck School 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 Roebuck School cover?

The Roebuck School is a primary school in Preston, Lancashire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Roebuck School?

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