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Oakwood Academy Catchment Area

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

Oakwood Academy is a academy special converter not applicable school in Eccles, Salford , serving pupils aged 9–19, with 333 pupils, and a capacity of 284 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

9–19

Age range

333

Pupils

284

Capacity

117%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2018

Oakwood Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Oakwood Academy 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: 333 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 284 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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Oakwood Academy — School Information

Full address
Chatsworth Road, Ellesmere Park, Eccles, M30 9DY
Local authority
Salford
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
9–19 years
Free school meals
46.5% of pupils
DfE URN
138130

Other Not applicable Schools in Eccles

If Oakwood Academy is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Eccles are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Oakwood Academy

Is Oakwood Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Oakwood Academy currently has 333 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 284 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Oakwood Academy?

Admission to Oakwood Academy 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 Oakwood Academy cover?

Oakwood Academy is a not applicable school in Eccles, Salford, serving pupils aged 9–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Oakwood Academy?

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