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Freehold Community Academy Catchment Area

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

Freehold Community Academy is a academy converter primary school in Oldham , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 459 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

459

Pupils

420

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Freehold Community Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Freehold Community Academy 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: 459 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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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Freehold Community Academy — School Information

Full address
Sidmouth Street, Oldham, OL9 7RG
Local authority
Oldham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
35.5% of pupils
DfE URN
142425

Other Primary Schools in Oldham

If Freehold Community Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Oldham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Freehold Community Academy

Is Freehold Community Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Freehold Community Academy currently has 459 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Freehold Community Academy?

Admission to Freehold Community Academy 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 Freehold Community Academy cover?

Freehold Community Academy 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 Freehold Community Academy?

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