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Preston Manor School Catchment Area

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

Preston Manor School is a academy converter special school in Wembley, Brent , serving pupils aged 4–19, with 1927 pupils, and a capacity of 1980 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–19

Age range

1,927

Pupils

1,980

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Preston Manor School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Preston Manor School follows a different process from mainstream schools. Brent assesses each child's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) to determine appropriate placement — catchment area does not apply in the same way as mainstream admissions.

Operating near capacity: 97% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

For more information on how Brent assesses EHCP placements and which schools are named, contact the council's SEND team directly. The council must publish its Local Offer explaining available provision.

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Preston Manor School — School Information

Full address
Carlton Avenue East, Wembley, HA9 8NA
Local authority
Brent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Special
Age range
4–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
28.9% of pupils
DfE URN
139319

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Frequently Asked Questions — Preston Manor School

Is Preston Manor School oversubscribed?

Preston Manor School is operating close to its capacity of 1980 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Preston Manor School?

Admission to Preston Manor School is managed by Brent. 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 Preston Manor School cover?

Preston Manor School is a special school in Wembley, Brent, serving pupils aged 4–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Preston Manor School?

Preston Manor School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.