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Outwood Academy Haydock Catchment Area

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

Outwood Academy Haydock is a academy sponsor led secondary school in St. Helens , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 819 pupils, and a capacity of 900 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

819

Pupils

900

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Outwood Academy Haydock Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Outwood Academy Haydock sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with St. Helens. 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: 91% 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 St. Helens before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find St. Helens catchment area documents →

Outwood Academy Haydock — School Information

Full address
Clipsley Lane, Haydock, St. Helens, WA11 0JG
Local authority
St. Helens
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
38% of pupils
DfE URN
148522

Other Secondary Schools in St. Helens

If Outwood Academy Haydock is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in St. Helens are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Outwood Academy Haydock

Is Outwood Academy Haydock oversubscribed?

Outwood Academy Haydock is operating close to its capacity of 900 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Outwood Academy Haydock?

Admission to Outwood Academy Haydock is managed by St. Helens. 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 Outwood Academy Haydock cover?

Outwood Academy Haydock is a secondary school in St. Helens, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.