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Hursthead Junior School Catchment Area

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

Hursthead Junior School is a academy converter primary school in Cheadle, Stockport , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 361 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

7–11

Age range

361

Pupils

360

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Hursthead Junior School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hursthead Junior School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Stockport. 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: 361 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 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 Stockport 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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Hursthead Junior School — School Information

Full address
Kirkstead Road, Cheadle Hulme, Cheadle, SK8 7PZ
Local authority
Stockport
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
2.5% of pupils
DfE URN
140925

Other Primary Schools in Cheadle

If Hursthead Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Cheadle are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hursthead Junior School

Is Hursthead Junior School oversubscribed?

Yes — Hursthead Junior School currently has 361 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Hursthead Junior School?

Admission to Hursthead Junior School is managed by Stockport. 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 Hursthead Junior School cover?

Hursthead Junior School is a primary school in Cheadle, Stockport, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Hursthead Junior School?

Hursthead Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.