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Priestnall School Catchment Area

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

Priestnall School is a academy converter secondary school in Stockport , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1285 pupils, and a capacity of 1275 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,285

Pupils

1,275

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2019

Priestnall School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Priestnall School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Stockport. 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: 1285 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1275 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 Stockport 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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Priestnall School — School Information

Full address
Priestnall Road, Heaton Mersey, Stockport, SK4 3HP
Local authority
Stockport
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
13.6% of pupils
DfE URN
149936

Other Secondary Schools in Stockport

If Priestnall School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Stockport are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Priestnall School

Is Priestnall School oversubscribed?

Yes — Priestnall School currently has 1285 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1275 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Priestnall School?

Admission to Priestnall School is managed by Stockport. 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 Priestnall School cover?

Priestnall School is a secondary school in Stockport, 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 Priestnall School?

Priestnall School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.