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Manorside Academy Catchment Area

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

Manorside Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 422 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

422

Pupils

420

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2018

Manorside Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Manorside Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. 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: 422 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 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole 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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Manorside Academy — School Information

Full address
Evering Avenue, Parkstone, Poole, BH12 4JG
Local authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
31.2% of pupils
DfE URN
141745

Other Primary Schools in Poole

If Manorside Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Poole are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Manorside Academy

Is Manorside Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Manorside Academy currently has 422 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Manorside Academy?

Admission to Manorside Academy is managed by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. 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 Manorside Academy cover?

Manorside Academy is a primary school in Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, 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 Manorside Academy?

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