Skip to content
A free, independent guide for parents — updated each admissions cycle. 26,506 schools · England & Wales
catchment.school

Dean Trust Ardwick Catchment Area

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

Dean Trust Ardwick is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1339 pupils, and a capacity of 1200 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,339

Pupils

1,200

Capacity

112%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Dean Trust Ardwick Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Dean Trust Ardwick 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 1339 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1200 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

Not getting a place? Learn how to appeal a school place →

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 →

Dean Trust Ardwick — School Information

Full address
345 Stockport Road, Manchester, M13 0LF
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
55.9% of pupils
DfE URN
141884

Other Secondary Schools in Manchester

If Dean Trust Ardwick is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Manchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Dean Trust Ardwick

Is Dean Trust Ardwick oversubscribed?

Yes — Dean Trust Ardwick currently has 1339 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1200 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Dean Trust Ardwick?

Admission to Dean Trust Ardwick 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 Dean Trust Ardwick cover?

Dean Trust Ardwick 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 Dean Trust Ardwick?

Dean Trust Ardwick was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.