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St Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School, Prestwich Catchment Area

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

St Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School, Prestwich is a voluntary aided primary school in Manchester, Bury , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 229 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

229

Pupils

210

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

St Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School, Prestwich Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School, Prestwich is managed by Bury 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: 229 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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 Bury 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 Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School, Prestwich — School Information

Full address
Rectory Lane, Prestwich, Manchester, M25 1BP
Local authority
Bury
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
10.2% of pupils
DfE URN
105342

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Frequently Asked Questions — St Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School, Prestwich

Is St Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School, Prestwich oversubscribed?

Yes — St Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School, Prestwich currently has 229 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School, Prestwich?

St Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School, Prestwich uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Bury before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School, Prestwich cover?

St Mary's Church of England Aided Primary School, Prestwich is a primary school in Manchester, Bury, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.