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Ashton Community Science College

Ashton Community Science College is a community secondary school located in Preston, Lancashire, serving pupils ages 11 to 16. The school currently has 868 pupils on roll, operating above its stated capacity of 800 — indicating high demand for places. Around 36.80% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, reflecting a mixed socioeconomic intake. Ofsted inspection data is not currently available for Ashton Community Science College — visit the Ofsted website to check for the latest inspection report. Use our free catchment tool below to check whether any property falls within Ashton Community Science College's admissions distance.

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Ages 11-16Age range
SecondarySchool phase
108%Capacity used (868 of 800 pupils)
36.80%Free school meals eligible

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School catchment distances are not always measured from the school's postcode or map pin. Some schools measure from the school gates, others from the main entrance, a specific published measuring point, or the centre of the school building. Always check Ashton Community Science College's published admissions policy or contact Lancashire Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School nameAshton Community Science College
URN119707
AddressAldwych Drive, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 1SL
Telephone01772513002
HeadteacherSharon Asquith (Principal)
School typeCommunity school
PhaseSecondary
Age rangeAges 11-16
GenderMixed
Admissions policyNon-selective
Local authorityLancashire
RegionNorth West
Approx. coordinates53.770264, -2.748706 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

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This school is likely to use straight-line distance from home to school as its oversubscription criterion, making our catchment checker directly applicable. Always verify the exact measuring point with the school or local authority.

Key Information for Parents

📍 How to use our catchment tool

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📋 Ofsted Inspection

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for Ashton Community Science College?

Use our free catchment tool above. Enter the school's name or postcode to plot it on the map, add the catchment radius from the school's admissions policy, then use "Check Address" to test any postcode or address. Always verify the exact measuring point with Lancashire Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for Ashton Community Science College?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, Lancashire Council publishes annual admissions statistics including the furthest distance offered at each school. For academies and faith schools, check the school's own website.

Is the catchment area for Ashton Community Science College the same every year?

No — catchment distances change year on year depending on how many children apply and how many places are available. Always use the most recent admissions data from the school or local authority.

What is the URN for Ashton Community Science College?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for Ashton Community Science College is 119707. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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