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Moorside High School Catchment Area

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

Moorside High School is a academy converter secondary school in Manchester, Salford , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1140 pupils, and a capacity of 1050 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,140

Pupils

1,050

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Moorside High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Moorside High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Salford. 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: 1140 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1050 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 Salford 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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Moorside High School — School Information

Full address
57 Deans Road, Swinton, Manchester, M27 0AP
Local authority
Salford
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
29.5% of pupils
DfE URN
144199

Other Secondary Schools in Manchester

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Moorside High School

Is Moorside High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Moorside High School currently has 1140 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1050 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Moorside High School?

Admission to Moorside High School is managed by Salford. 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 Moorside High School cover?

Moorside High School is a secondary school in Manchester, Salford, 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 Moorside High School?

Moorside High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.