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Cravenwood Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Cravenwood Primary Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 396 pupils, and a capacity of 450 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

3–11

Age range

396

Pupils

450

Capacity

88%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Cravenwood Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Cravenwood Primary Academy 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.

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.

Find Manchester catchment area documents →

Cravenwood Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Cravenwood Road, Crumpsall, Manchester, M8 5AE
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
39.1% of pupils
DfE URN
140661

Other Primary Schools in Manchester

If Cravenwood Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Manchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cravenwood Primary Academy

Is Cravenwood Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Cravenwood Primary Academy has a capacity of 450 places and currently has 396 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Manchester.

What is the admissions policy for Cravenwood Primary Academy?

Admission to Cravenwood Primary Academy 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 Cravenwood Primary Academy cover?

Cravenwood Primary Academy is a primary school in Manchester, 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 Cravenwood Primary Academy?

Cravenwood Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.