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North Chadderton School Catchment Area

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

North Chadderton School is a academy converter secondary school in Oldham , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1569 pupils, and a capacity of 1656 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,569

Pupils

1,656

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

North Chadderton School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, North Chadderton School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Oldham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 95% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Oldham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Oldham catchment area documents →

North Chadderton School — School Information

Full address
Chadderton Hall Road, Chadderton, Oldham, OL9 0BN
Local authority
Oldham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
24.9% of pupils
DfE URN
141248

Other Secondary Schools in Oldham

If North Chadderton School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Oldham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — North Chadderton School

Is North Chadderton School oversubscribed?

North Chadderton School is operating close to its capacity of 1656 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for North Chadderton School?

Admission to North Chadderton School is managed by Oldham. 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 North Chadderton School cover?

North Chadderton School is a secondary school in Oldham, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.