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Valley College Catchment Area

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

Valley College is a special post 16 institution not applicable school in Rossendale, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 19-25, and a capacity of 50 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby not applicable schools below.

19-25

Age range

50

Capacity

Valley College Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for Valley College?

The catchment area for Valley College 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 Valley College is set by Lancashire 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 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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Valley College: School Information

Full address
Clod Lane, Rossendale, BB4 6LR
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Special post 16 institution
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
19-25 years
DfE URN
147464

Other Not applicable Schools in Rossendale

If Valley College is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Rossendale are the next closest alternatives.

Nearest not applicable schools by distance

These are the not applicable schools closest to Valley College 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: Valley College

What is the catchment area for Valley College?

The catchment area for Valley College 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 Valley College oversubscribed?

Valley College has a capacity of 50 places. For the most up-to-date data, check with Lancashire.

What is the admissions policy for Valley College?

Admission to Valley College 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 Valley College cover?

Valley College is a not applicable school in Rossendale, Lancashire, serving pupils aged 19-25. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

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