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Penketh High School Catchment Area

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

Penketh High School is a academy converter secondary school in Warrington , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1023 pupils, and a capacity of 1200 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–16

Age range

1,023

Pupils

1,200

Capacity

85%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2020

Penketh High School Catchment Area Information

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

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

Find Warrington catchment area documents →

Penketh High School — School Information

Full address
Heath Road, Penketh, Warrington, WA5 2BY
Local authority
Warrington
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
27.9% of pupils
DfE URN
145157

Other Secondary Schools in Warrington

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Penketh High School

Is Penketh High School oversubscribed?

Penketh High School has a capacity of 1200 places and currently has 1023 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Warrington.

What is the admissions policy for Penketh High School?

Admission to Penketh High School is managed by Warrington. 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 Penketh High School cover?

Penketh High School is a secondary school in Warrington, 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 Penketh High School?

Penketh High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.