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Broadoak Primary School Catchment Area

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

Broadoak Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Manchester, Salford , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 484 pupils, and a capacity of 480 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

484

Pupils

480

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Broadoak Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Broadoak Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Salford. 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: 484 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 480 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 Salford 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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Broadoak Primary School — School Information

Full address
Fairmount Road, Swinton, Manchester, M27 0EP
Local authority
Salford
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
3.5% of pupils
DfE URN
137556

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Frequently Asked Questions — Broadoak Primary School

Is Broadoak Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Broadoak Primary School currently has 484 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 480 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Broadoak Primary School?

Admission to Broadoak Primary School is managed by Salford. 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 Broadoak Primary School cover?

Broadoak Primary School is a primary school in Manchester, Salford, 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 Broadoak Primary School?

Broadoak Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.