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Co-op Academy Manchester Catchment Area

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

Co-op Academy Manchester is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1610 pupils, and a capacity of 1650 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,610

Pupils

1,650

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Co-op Academy Manchester Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Co-op Academy Manchester 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: 98% 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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Co-op Academy Manchester — School Information

Full address
Plant Hill Road, Higher Blackley, Manchester, M9 0WQ
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
49.4% of pupils
DfE URN
136174

Other Secondary Schools in Manchester

If Co-op Academy Manchester is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Manchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Co-op Academy Manchester

Is Co-op Academy Manchester oversubscribed?

Co-op Academy Manchester is operating close to its capacity of 1650 places (98% 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 Manchester?

Admission to Co-op Academy Manchester 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 Co-op Academy Manchester cover?

Co-op Academy Manchester 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 Co-op Academy Manchester?

Co-op Academy Manchester was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.