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Dixons Middleton Academy Catchment Area

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

Dixons Middleton Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Manchester, Rochdale , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1333 pupils, and a capacity of 1350 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,333

Pupils

1,350

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Dixons Middleton Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Dixons Middleton Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Rochdale. 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: 99% 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 Rochdale 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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Dixons Middleton Academy — School Information

Full address
Kenyon Lane, Middleton, Manchester, M24 2GT
Local authority
Rochdale
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
31% of pupils
DfE URN
143319

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Frequently Asked Questions — Dixons Middleton Academy

Is Dixons Middleton Academy oversubscribed?

Dixons Middleton Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1350 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Dixons Middleton Academy?

Admission to Dixons Middleton Academy is managed by Rochdale. 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 Dixons Middleton Academy cover?

Dixons Middleton Academy is a secondary school in Manchester, Rochdale, 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 Dixons Middleton Academy?

Dixons Middleton Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.