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Falinge Park High School Catchment Area

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

Falinge Park High School is a academy converter secondary school in Rochdale , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1359 pupils, and a capacity of 1338 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,359

Pupils

1,338

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Falinge Park High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Falinge Park High School 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 1359 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1338 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 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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Falinge Park High School — School Information

Full address
Falinge Road, Shawclough, Rochdale, OL12 6LD
Local authority
Rochdale
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
44.8% of pupils
DfE URN
150227

Other Secondary Schools in Rochdale

If Falinge Park High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Rochdale are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Falinge Park High School

Is Falinge Park High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Falinge Park High School currently has 1359 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1338 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Falinge Park High School?

Admission to Falinge Park High School 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 Falinge Park High School cover?

Falinge Park High School is a secondary school in 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 Falinge Park High School?

Falinge Park High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.