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Woodlands School Catchment Area

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

Woodlands School is a community special not applicable school in Blackpool , serving pupils aged 2–19, with 108 pupils, and a capacity of 110 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–19

Age range

108

Pupils

110

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Woodlands School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 98% 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 Blackpool 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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Woodlands School — School Information

Full address
Whitegate Drive, Blackpool, FY3 9HF
Local authority
Blackpool
School type
Community special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–19 years
Free school meals
65.9% of pupils
DfE URN
119871

Other Not applicable Schools in Blackpool

If Woodlands School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Blackpool are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Woodlands School

Is Woodlands School oversubscribed?

Woodlands School is operating close to its capacity of 110 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Woodlands School?

Admission to Woodlands School is managed by Blackpool. 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 Woodlands School cover?

Woodlands School is a not applicable school in Blackpool, serving pupils aged 2–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Woodlands School?

Woodlands School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.