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St Catherine's RC Primary School Catchment Area

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

St Catherine's RC Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 425 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

425

Pupils

420

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

St Catherine's RC Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Catherine's RC Primary School is managed by Manchester and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 425 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 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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St Catherine's RC Primary School — School Information

Full address
School Lane, Didsbury, Manchester, M20 6HS
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Free school meals
10.7% of pupils
DfE URN
105524

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If St Catherine's RC Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Manchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Catherine's RC Primary School

Is St Catherine's RC Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Catherine's RC Primary School currently has 425 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Catherine's RC Primary School?

St Catherine's RC Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Manchester before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Catherine's RC Primary School cover?

St Catherine's RC Primary School is a primary school in Manchester, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Catherine's RC Primary School?

St Catherine's RC Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.