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Madeley High School Catchment Area

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

Madeley High School is a academy converter secondary school in Crewe, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 769 pupils, and a capacity of 675 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

769

Pupils

675

Capacity

114%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Madeley High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Madeley High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Staffordshire. 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: 769 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 675 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 Staffordshire 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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Madeley High School — School Information

Full address
Newcastle Road, Madeley, Crewe, CW3 9JJ
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
14.7% of pupils
DfE URN
140154

Other Secondary Schools in Crewe

If Madeley High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Crewe are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Madeley High School

Is Madeley High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Madeley High School currently has 769 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 675 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Madeley High School?

Admission to Madeley High School is managed by Staffordshire. 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 Madeley High School cover?

Madeley High School is a secondary school in Crewe, Staffordshire, 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 Madeley High School?

Madeley High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.