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Abbey Hey Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Abbey Hey Primary Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 675 pupils, and a capacity of 502 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

675

Pupils

502

Capacity

134%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Abbey Hey Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Abbey Hey Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Manchester. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 675 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 502 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Manchester 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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Abbey Hey Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Abbey Hey Lane, Gorton, Manchester, M18 8PF
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
59.7% of pupils
DfE URN
139404

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If Abbey Hey Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Manchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Abbey Hey Primary Academy

Is Abbey Hey Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Abbey Hey Primary Academy currently has 675 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 502 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Abbey Hey Primary Academy?

Admission to Abbey Hey Primary Academy is managed by Manchester. 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 Abbey Hey Primary Academy cover?

Abbey Hey Primary Academy is a primary school in Manchester, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Abbey Hey Primary Academy?

Abbey Hey Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.