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Greenside Primary School Catchment Area

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

Greenside Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Manchester, Tameside , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 456 pupils, and a capacity of 419 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

456

Pupils

419

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Greenside Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Greenside Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Tameside. 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: 456 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 419 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 Tameside 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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Greenside Primary School — School Information

Full address
Greenside Lane, Droylsden, Manchester, M43 7RA
Local authority
Tameside
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
35.6% of pupils
DfE URN
146480

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If Greenside Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Manchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Greenside Primary School

Is Greenside Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Greenside Primary School currently has 456 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 419 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Greenside Primary School?

Admission to Greenside Primary School is managed by Tameside. 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 Greenside Primary School cover?

Greenside Primary School is a primary school in Manchester, Tameside, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Greenside Primary School?

Greenside Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.