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Forest Gate Academy Catchment Area

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

Forest Gate Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Manchester, Trafford , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 228 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

228

Pupils

210

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Forest Gate Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Forest Gate Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Trafford. 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: 228 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 Trafford 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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Forest Gate Academy — School Information

Full address
Daniel Adamson Avenue, Partington, Manchester, M31 4PN
Local authority
Trafford
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
56.6% of pupils
DfE URN
138788

Other Primary Schools in Manchester

If Forest Gate Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Manchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Forest Gate Academy

Is Forest Gate Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Forest Gate Academy currently has 228 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Forest Gate Academy?

Admission to Forest Gate Academy is managed by Trafford. 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 Forest Gate Academy cover?

Forest Gate Academy is a primary school in Manchester, Trafford, 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 Forest Gate Academy?

Forest Gate Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.