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West Lancashire Community High School Catchment Area

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

West Lancashire Community High School is a community special not applicable school in Skelmersdale, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 164 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–19

Age range

164

Pupils

180

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

West Lancashire Community High School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for West Lancashire Community High 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: 91% 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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West Lancashire Community High School — School Information

Full address
School Lane, Chapel House, Skelmersdale, WN8 8EH
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Community special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–19 years
Free school meals
38.8% of pupils
DfE URN
131258

Other Not applicable Schools in Skelmersdale

If West Lancashire Community High School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Skelmersdale are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — West Lancashire Community High School

Is West Lancashire Community High School oversubscribed?

West Lancashire Community High School is operating close to its capacity of 180 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for West Lancashire Community High School?

Admission to West Lancashire Community 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 West Lancashire Community High School cover?

West Lancashire Community High School is a not applicable school in Skelmersdale, Lancashire, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for West Lancashire Community High School?

West Lancashire Community High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.