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Higher Openshaw Community School Catchment Area

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

Higher Openshaw Community School is a community primary school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 339 pupils, and a capacity of 345 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

339

Pupils

345

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Higher Openshaw Community School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Higher Openshaw Community School is set by Manchester and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 98% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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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Higher Openshaw Community School — School Information

Full address
Saunton Road, Higher Openshaw, Manchester, M11 1AJ
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
59.6% of pupils
DfE URN
105471

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Higher Openshaw Community School

Is Higher Openshaw Community School oversubscribed?

Higher Openshaw Community School is operating close to its capacity of 345 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Higher Openshaw Community School?

Admission to Higher Openshaw Community 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 Higher Openshaw Community School cover?

Higher Openshaw Community School is a primary school in Manchester, 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 Openshaw Community School?

Higher Openshaw Community School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.