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Kentmere Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Kentmere Primary Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Rochdale , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 347 pupils, and a capacity of 345 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

347

Pupils

345

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2018

Kentmere Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Kentmere Primary 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 347 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 345 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 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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Kentmere Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Kentmere Avenue, Smallbridge, Rochdale, OL12 9EE
Local authority
Rochdale
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
37.4% of pupils
DfE URN
141400

Other Primary Schools in Rochdale

If Kentmere Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Rochdale are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Kentmere Primary Academy

Is Kentmere Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Kentmere Primary Academy currently has 347 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 345 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Kentmere Primary Academy?

Admission to Kentmere Primary 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 Kentmere Primary Academy cover?

Kentmere Primary Academy is a primary school in Rochdale, 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 Kentmere Primary Academy?

Kentmere Primary Academy was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.