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Cromwell High School Catchment Area

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

Cromwell High School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Dukinfield, Tameside , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 150 pupils, and a capacity of 140 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–19

Age range

150

Pupils

140

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2014

Cromwell High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Cromwell High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Tameside. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 150 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 140 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Tameside 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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Cromwell High School — School Information

Full address
Yew Tree Lane, Dukinfield, SK16 5BJ
Local authority
Tameside
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–19 years
Free school meals
54.5% of pupils
DfE URN
150010

Other Not applicable Schools in Dukinfield

If Cromwell High School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Dukinfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cromwell High School

Is Cromwell High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Cromwell High School currently has 150 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 140 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Cromwell High School?

Admission to Cromwell High School is managed by Tameside. 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 Cromwell High School cover?

Cromwell High School is a not applicable school in Dukinfield, Tameside, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Cromwell High School?

Cromwell High School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.