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Brine Leas School Catchment Area

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

Brine Leas School is a academy converter secondary school in Nantwich, Cheshire East , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1411 pupils, and a capacity of 1350 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,411

Pupils

1,350

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Brine Leas School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Brine Leas 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: 1411 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1350 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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Brine Leas School — School Information

Full address
Audlem Road, Nantwich, CW5 7DY
Local authority
Cheshire East
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
14.4% of pupils
DfE URN
136279

Other Secondary Schools in Nantwich

If Brine Leas School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Nantwich are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Brine Leas School

Is Brine Leas School oversubscribed?

Yes — Brine Leas School currently has 1411 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1350 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Brine Leas School?

Admission to Brine Leas 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 Brine Leas School cover?

Brine Leas School is a secondary school in Nantwich, Cheshire East, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Brine Leas School?

Brine Leas School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.