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Hollingworth Academy Catchment Area

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

Hollingworth Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Rochdale , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1339 pupils, and a capacity of 1350 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,339

Pupils

1,350

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Hollingworth Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hollingworth Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Rochdale. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 99% 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 Rochdale 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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Hollingworth Academy — School Information

Full address
Cornfield Street, Milnrow, Rochdale, OL16 3DR
Local authority
Rochdale
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
27.5% of pupils
DfE URN
140091

Other Secondary Schools in Rochdale

If Hollingworth Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Rochdale are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hollingworth Academy

Is Hollingworth Academy oversubscribed?

Hollingworth Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1350 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Hollingworth Academy?

Admission to Hollingworth Academy is managed by Rochdale. 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 Hollingworth Academy cover?

Hollingworth Academy is a secondary school in Rochdale, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Hollingworth Academy?

Hollingworth Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.