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Boarshaw Community Primary School Catchment Area

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

Boarshaw Community Primary School is a community primary school in MANCHESTER, Rochdale , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 468 pupils, and a capacity of 446 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

468

Pupils

446

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Boarshaw Community Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Boarshaw Community Primary School is set by Rochdale and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Currently oversubscribed: 468 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 446 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 Rochdale 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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Boarshaw Community Primary School — School Information

Full address
Stanycliffe Lane, Middleton, MANCHESTER, M24 2PB
Local authority
Rochdale
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
41.9% of pupils
DfE URN
105787

Frequently Asked Questions — Boarshaw Community Primary School

Is Boarshaw Community Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Boarshaw Community Primary School currently has 468 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 446 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Boarshaw Community Primary School?

Admission to Boarshaw Community Primary School is managed by Rochdale. 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 Boarshaw Community Primary School cover?

Boarshaw Community Primary School is a primary school in MANCHESTER, Rochdale, 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 Boarshaw Community Primary School?

Boarshaw Community Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.