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Higher Lane Primary School Catchment Area

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

Higher Lane Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Manchester, Bury , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 512 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

512

Pupils

420

Capacity

122%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Higher Lane Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Higher Lane Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bury. 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: 512 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 Bury 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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Higher Lane Primary School — School Information

Full address
Egerton Road, Whitefield, Manchester, M45 7EX
Local authority
Bury
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
14.7% of pupils
DfE URN
144575

Other Primary Schools in Manchester

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Higher Lane Primary School

Is Higher Lane Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Higher Lane Primary School currently has 512 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Higher Lane Primary School?

Admission to Higher Lane Primary School is managed by Bury. 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 Higher Lane Primary School cover?

Higher Lane Primary School is a primary school in Manchester, Bury, 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 Higher Lane Primary School?

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