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Whitefield Infant School and Nursery Catchment Area

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

Whitefield Infant School and Nursery is a community primary school in Nelson, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 3–7, with 332 pupils, and a capacity of 348 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–7

Age range

332

Pupils

348

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Whitefield Infant School and Nursery Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Whitefield Infant School and Nursery 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: 95% 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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Whitefield Infant School and Nursery — School Information

Full address
Every Street, Nelson, BB9 7HF
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–7 years
Free school meals
31% of pupils
DfE URN
119179

Other Primary Schools in Nelson

If Whitefield Infant School and Nursery is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Nelson are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Whitefield Infant School and Nursery

Is Whitefield Infant School and Nursery oversubscribed?

Whitefield Infant School and Nursery is operating close to its capacity of 348 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Whitefield Infant School and Nursery?

Admission to Whitefield Infant School and Nursery 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 Whitefield Infant School and Nursery cover?

Whitefield Infant School and Nursery is a primary school in Nelson, Lancashire, serving pupils aged 3–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.