Irlam and Cadishead Academy Catchment Area
Irlam and Cadishead Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Manchester, Salford , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 775 pupils, and a capacity of 1050 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
775
Pupils
1,050
Capacity
74%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2024
Irlam and Cadishead Academy Catchment Area Information
As an academy, Irlam and Cadishead Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Salford. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Salford before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Salford catchment area documents →Irlam and Cadishead Academy — School Information
- Full address
- Station Road, Irlam, Manchester, M44 5ZR
- Local authority
- Salford
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Free school meals
- 38.7% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 142073
Other Secondary Schools in Manchester
If Irlam and Cadishead Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Manchester are the next closest alternatives.
Loreto High School Chorlton Catchment Area
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Our Lady's RC High School Catchment Area
Voluntary aided school · M9 0RP
The Barlow RC High School and Specialist Science College Catchment Area
Voluntary aided school · M20 6BX
Cardinal Langley Roman Catholic High School Catchment Area
Voluntary aided school · M24 2GL
St Patrick's RC High School Catchment Area
Voluntary aided school · M30 7JJ
St Ambrose Barlow RC High School Catchment Area
Voluntary aided school · M27 9QP
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Frequently Asked Questions — Irlam and Cadishead Academy
Is Irlam and Cadishead Academy oversubscribed? ▾
Irlam and Cadishead Academy has a capacity of 1050 places and currently has 775 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Salford.
What is the admissions policy for Irlam and Cadishead Academy? ▾
Admission to Irlam and Cadishead Academy is managed by Salford. 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 Irlam and Cadishead Academy cover? ▾
Irlam and Cadishead Academy is a secondary school in Manchester, Salford, 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 Irlam and Cadishead Academy? ▾
Irlam and Cadishead Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.