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Parrs Wood High School Catchment Area

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

Parrs Wood High School is a academy converter secondary school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1867 pupils, and a capacity of 1854 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,867

Pupils

1,854

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Parrs Wood High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Parrs Wood High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Manchester. 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: 1867 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1854 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 Manchester 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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Parrs Wood High School — School Information

Full address
Wilmslow Road, East Didsbury, Manchester, M20 5PG
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
31.2% of pupils
DfE URN
143260

Other Secondary Schools in Manchester

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Parrs Wood High School

Is Parrs Wood High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Parrs Wood High School currently has 1867 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1854 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Parrs Wood High School?

Admission to Parrs Wood High School is managed by Manchester. 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 Parrs Wood High School cover?

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

What is the Ofsted rating for Parrs Wood High School?

Parrs Wood High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.