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Co-op Academy Swinton Catchment Area

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

Co-op Academy Swinton is a academy converter secondary school in Manchester, Salford , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 991 pupils, and a capacity of 1075 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

991

Pupils

1,075

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Co-op Academy Swinton Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Co-op Academy Swinton 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.

Operating near capacity: 92% 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 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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Co-op Academy Swinton — School Information

Full address
Sefton Road, Pendlebury, Manchester, M27 6JU
Local authority
Salford
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
38% of pupils
DfE URN
136987

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Frequently Asked Questions — Co-op Academy Swinton

Is Co-op Academy Swinton oversubscribed?

Co-op Academy Swinton is operating close to its capacity of 1075 places (92% 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 Swinton?

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

Co-op Academy Swinton is a secondary school in Manchester, Salford, 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 Swinton?

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