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Droylsden Academy Catchment Area

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

Droylsden Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Manchester, Tameside , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 936 pupils, and a capacity of 930 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

936

Pupils

930

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Droylsden Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Droylsden Academy 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: 936 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 930 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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Droylsden Academy — School Information

Full address
Manor Road, Manchester, M43 6QD
Local authority
Tameside
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
38.1% of pupils
DfE URN
135864

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If Droylsden Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Manchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Droylsden Academy

Is Droylsden Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Droylsden Academy currently has 936 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 930 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Droylsden Academy?

Admission to Droylsden Academy 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 Droylsden Academy cover?

Droylsden Academy is a secondary school in Manchester, Tameside, 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 Droylsden Academy?

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