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Abraham Moss Community School Catchment Area

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

Abraham Moss Community School is a academy converter special school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 3–16, with 1823 pupils, and a capacity of 1830 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–16

Age range

1,823

Pupils

1,830

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Abraham Moss Community School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Abraham Moss Community School follows a different process from mainstream schools. Manchester assesses each child's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) to determine appropriate placement — catchment area does not apply in the same way as mainstream admissions.

Operating near capacity: 100% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

For more information on how Manchester assesses EHCP placements and which schools are named, contact the council's SEND team directly. The council must publish its Local Offer explaining available provision.

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Abraham Moss Community School — School Information

Full address
Crescent Road, Crumpsall, Manchester, M8 5UF
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Special
Age range
3–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
51.2% of pupils
DfE URN
150009

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Frequently Asked Questions — Abraham Moss Community School

Is Abraham Moss Community School oversubscribed?

Abraham Moss Community School is operating close to its capacity of 1830 places (100% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Abraham Moss Community School?

Admission to Abraham Moss Community School 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 Abraham Moss Community School cover?

Abraham Moss Community School is a special school in Manchester, serving pupils aged 3–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Abraham Moss Community School?

Abraham Moss Community School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.