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Barrowford School

Barrowford School is a Primary school in Nelson, Lancashire. Use our free interactive catchment tool to check whether any property falls within this school's catchment area.

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Ages 4-11Age range
PrimarySchool phase
78%Capacity used (327 of 420 pupils)
41.30%Free school meals eligible
GoodOfsted rating

⚠️ Important: Catchment Measuring Points Vary

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 Barrowford School's published admissions policy or contact Lancashire Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School nameBarrowford School
URN119166
AddressRushton Street, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 6EA
Telephone01282615644
HeadteacherRachel Tomlinson (Headteacher)
School typeCommunity school
PhasePrimary
Age rangeAges 4-11
GenderMixed
Local authorityLancashire
RegionNorth West
Approx. coordinates53.851017, -2.215623 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

📌 How places are allocated at this school

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

Click "Open Catchment Tool" above, add this school by searching for its name or postcode, enter the catchment distance from the school's admissions policy, then check any address to see if it falls inside or outside catchment.

📄 Find the admissions policy

The official admissions policy for Barrowford School will be published on the school's website or on the Lancashire Council website. Search for "Barrowford School admissions policy" to find the current year's document.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

Visit the Ofsted reports website to find the latest inspection report and rating for this school.

📋 Ofsted Rating: Good

Latest Ofsted inspection rated this school as Good. Inspection date: 02/03/2022. Quality of education: Good. Behaviour and attitudes: Good. Leadership: Good. Read the full Ofsted report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for Barrowford School?

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 Barrowford School?

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 Barrowford School 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 Barrowford School?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for Barrowford School is 119166. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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