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Rowan Tree Primary School Catchment Area

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

Rowan Tree Primary School is a community special not applicable school in Manchester, Wigan , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 139 pupils, and a capacity of 128 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

139

Pupils

128

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2017

Rowan Tree Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Rowan Tree Primary School is set by Wigan and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Currently oversubscribed: 139 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 128 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 Wigan 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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Rowan Tree Primary School — School Information

Full address
Green Hall Close, Atherton, Manchester, M46 9HP
Local authority
Wigan
School type
Community special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
36.7% of pupils
DfE URN
131295

Other Not applicable Schools in Manchester

If Rowan Tree Primary School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Manchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Rowan Tree Primary School

Is Rowan Tree Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Rowan Tree Primary School currently has 139 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 128 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Rowan Tree Primary School?

Admission to Rowan Tree Primary School is managed by Wigan. 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 Rowan Tree Primary School cover?

Rowan Tree Primary School is a not applicable school in Manchester, Wigan, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Rowan Tree Primary School?

Rowan Tree Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.