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Fir Bank Primary School Catchment Area

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

Fir Bank Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Oldham , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 235 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

235

Pupils

210

Capacity

112%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Fir Bank Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Fir Bank Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Oldham. 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: 235 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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 Oldham 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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Fir Bank Primary School — School Information

Full address
Grasmere Road, Royton, Oldham, OL2 6SJ
Local authority
Oldham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
12.9% of pupils
DfE URN
146813

Other Primary Schools in Oldham

If Fir Bank Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Oldham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Fir Bank Primary School

Is Fir Bank Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Fir Bank Primary School currently has 235 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Fir Bank Primary School?

Admission to Fir Bank Primary School is managed by Oldham. 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 Fir Bank Primary School cover?

Fir Bank Primary School is a primary school in Oldham, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Fir Bank Primary School?

Fir Bank Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.