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Sandbach School Catchment Area

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

Sandbach School is a free s secondary school in Sandbach, Cheshire East , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 1499 pupils, and a capacity of 1500 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–19

Age range

1,499

Pupils

1,500

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Sandbach School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Sandbach School are allocated by Cheshire East using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Operating near capacity: 100% 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 Cheshire East 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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Sandbach School — School Information

Full address
Crewe Road, Sandbach, CW11 3NS
Local authority
Cheshire East
School type
Free schools
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–19 years
Gender
Boys
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
14.1% of pupils
DfE URN
137491

Other Secondary Schools in Sandbach

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Sandbach School

Is Sandbach School oversubscribed?

Sandbach School is operating close to its capacity of 1500 places (100% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Sandbach School?

Admission to Sandbach School is managed by Cheshire East. 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 Sandbach School cover?

Sandbach School is a secondary school in Sandbach, Cheshire East, 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 Sandbach School?

Sandbach School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.