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Manningtree High School Catchment Area

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

Manningtree High School is a academy converter secondary school in Manningtree, Essex , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 917 pupils, and a capacity of 886 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

917

Pupils

886

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Manningtree High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Manningtree High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Essex. 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: 917 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 886 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 Essex 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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Manningtree High School — School Information

Full address
Colchester Road, Lawford, Manningtree, CO11 2BW
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
12.4% of pupils
DfE URN
137945

Frequently Asked Questions — Manningtree High School

Is Manningtree High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Manningtree High School currently has 917 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 886 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Manningtree High School?

Admission to Manningtree High School is managed by Essex. 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 Manningtree High School cover?

Manningtree High School is a secondary school in Manningtree, Essex, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.