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Burnage Academy for Boys Catchment Area

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

Burnage Academy for Boys is a academy converter secondary school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 983 pupils, and a capacity of 1086 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

983

Pupils

1,086

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2018

Burnage Academy for Boys Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Burnage Academy for Boys sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Manchester. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 91% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Manchester 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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Burnage Academy for Boys — School Information

Full address
Burnage Lane, Burnage, Manchester, M19 1ER
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Gender
Boys
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
49.7% of pupils
DfE URN
140703

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If Burnage Academy for Boys is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Manchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Burnage Academy for Boys

Is Burnage Academy for Boys oversubscribed?

Burnage Academy for Boys is operating close to its capacity of 1086 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Burnage Academy for Boys?

Admission to Burnage Academy for Boys 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 Burnage Academy for Boys cover?

Burnage Academy for Boys is a secondary school in Manchester, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Burnage Academy for Boys?

Burnage Academy for Boys was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.