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Walton-Le-Dale High School Catchment Area

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

Walton-Le-Dale High School is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Preston, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 734 pupils, and a capacity of 785 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

734

Pupils

785

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2022

Walton-Le-Dale High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Walton-Le-Dale High School 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: 94% 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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Walton-Le-Dale High School — School Information

Full address
Brindle Road, Bamber Bridge, Preston, PR5 6RN
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
35.6% of pupils
DfE URN
150510

Other Secondary Schools in Preston

If Walton-Le-Dale High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Preston are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Walton-Le-Dale High School

Is Walton-Le-Dale High School oversubscribed?

Walton-Le-Dale High School is operating close to its capacity of 785 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Walton-Le-Dale High School?

Admission to Walton-Le-Dale High 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 Walton-Le-Dale High School cover?

Walton-Le-Dale High School is a secondary school in Preston, 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 Walton-Le-Dale High School?

Walton-Le-Dale High School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.