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Co-op Academy Failsworth Catchment Area

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

Co-op Academy Failsworth is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Manchester, Oldham , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1428 pupils, and a capacity of 1500 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,428

Pupils

1,500

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Co-op Academy Failsworth Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Co-op Academy Failsworth sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Oldham. 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: 95% 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 Oldham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Oldham catchment area documents →

Co-op Academy Failsworth — School Information

Full address
Brierley Avenue, Failsworth, Manchester, M35 9HA
Local authority
Oldham
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
44.2% of pupils
DfE URN
144627

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Frequently Asked Questions — Co-op Academy Failsworth

Is Co-op Academy Failsworth oversubscribed?

Co-op Academy Failsworth is operating close to its capacity of 1500 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Co-op Academy Failsworth?

Admission to Co-op Academy Failsworth is managed by Oldham. 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 Co-op Academy Failsworth cover?

Co-op Academy Failsworth is a secondary school in Manchester, Oldham, 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 Co-op Academy Failsworth?

Co-op Academy Failsworth was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.