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Adelaide School Catchment Area

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

Adelaide School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Crewe, Cheshire East , serving pupils aged 9–18, with 89 pupils, and a capacity of 84 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

9–18

Age range

89

Pupils

84

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2018

Adelaide School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Adelaide School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Cheshire East. 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: 89 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 84 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 Cheshire East 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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Adelaide School — School Information

Full address
Adelaide Street, Crewe, CW1 3DT
Local authority
Cheshire East
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
9–18 years
Free school meals
58.9% of pupils
DfE URN
140457

Other Not applicable Schools in Crewe

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Adelaide School

Is Adelaide School oversubscribed?

Yes — Adelaide School currently has 89 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 84 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Adelaide School?

Admission to Adelaide School is managed by Cheshire East. 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 Adelaide School cover?

Adelaide School is a not applicable school in Crewe, Cheshire East, serving pupils aged 9–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Adelaide School?

Adelaide School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.