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St Mary's CofE Junior and Infant School Catchment Area

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

St Mary's CofE Junior and Infant School is a voluntary controlled primary school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 451 pupils, and a capacity of 472 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

451

Pupils

472

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

St Mary's CofE Junior and Infant School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Mary's CofE Junior and Infant 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.

Operating near capacity: 96% 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 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 Mary's CofE Junior and Infant School — School Information

Full address
Adscombe Street, Off Alexandra Road, Manchester, M16 7AQ
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
60.1% of pupils
DfE URN
105495

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Frequently Asked Questions — St Mary's CofE Junior and Infant School

Is St Mary's CofE Junior and Infant School oversubscribed?

St Mary's CofE Junior and Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 472 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for St Mary's CofE Junior and Infant School?

St Mary's CofE Junior and Infant 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 Mary's CofE Junior and Infant School cover?

St Mary's CofE Junior and Infant 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 Mary's CofE Junior and Infant School?

St Mary's CofE Junior and Infant School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.