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Grange School Catchment Area

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

Grange School is a academy special sponsor led not applicable school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 4–19, with 275 pupils, and a capacity of 220 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–19

Age range

275

Pupils

220

Capacity

125%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

Grange School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Grange School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Manchester. 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: 275 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 220 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 Manchester 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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Grange School — School Information

Full address
Matthews Lane, Gorton, Manchester, M12 4GR
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Academy special sponsor led
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
4–19 years
Free school meals
68.7% of pupils
DfE URN
145845

Other Not applicable Schools in Manchester

If Grange School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Manchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Grange School

Is Grange School oversubscribed?

Yes — Grange School currently has 275 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 220 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Grange School?

Admission to Grange School is managed by Manchester. 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 Grange School cover?

Grange School is a not applicable school in Manchester, serving pupils aged 4–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Grange School?

Grange School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.