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Manchester Communication Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Manchester Communication Primary Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 426 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

426

Pupils

420

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Manchester Communication Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Manchester Communication Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Manchester. 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: 426 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 Manchester 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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Manchester Communication Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
49 Parkstead Drive, Harpurhey, Manchester, M9 5QN
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
67.6% of pupils
DfE URN
140482

Other Primary Schools in Manchester

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Manchester Communication Primary Academy

Is Manchester Communication Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Manchester Communication Primary Academy currently has 426 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Manchester Communication Primary Academy?

Admission to Manchester Communication Primary Academy is managed by Manchester. 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 Manchester Communication Primary Academy cover?

Manchester Communication Primary Academy is a primary school in Manchester, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Manchester Communication Primary Academy?

Manchester Communication Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.