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Pioneer House High School Catchment Area

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

Pioneer House High School is a free s special not applicable school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 156 pupils, and a capacity of 170 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–19

Age range

156

Pupils

170

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2019

Pioneer House High School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Pioneer House High School is set by Manchester and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 92% 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 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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Pioneer House High School — School Information

Full address
200 Yewtree Lane, Northern Moor, Manchester, M23 0FF
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Free schools special
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–19 years
Free school meals
70% of pupils
DfE URN
142893

Other Not applicable Schools in Manchester

If Pioneer House High School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Manchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Pioneer House High School

Is Pioneer House High School oversubscribed?

Pioneer House High School is operating close to its capacity of 170 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Pioneer House High School?

Admission to Pioneer House 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 Pioneer House High School cover?

Pioneer House High School is a not applicable school in Manchester, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Pioneer House High School?

Pioneer House High School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.