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St Matthew's RC High School Catchment Area

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

St Matthew's RC High School is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1324 pupils, and a capacity of 1350 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,324

Pupils

1,350

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

St Matthew's RC High School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Matthew's RC High 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: 98% 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 Matthew's RC High School — School Information

Full address
Nuthurst Road, Moston, Manchester, M40 0EW
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
56.8% of pupils
DfE URN
148389

Other Secondary Schools in Manchester

If St Matthew's RC High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Manchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Matthew's RC High School

Is St Matthew's RC High School oversubscribed?

St Matthew's RC High School is operating close to its capacity of 1350 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for St Matthew's RC High School?

St Matthew's RC High 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 Matthew's RC High School cover?

St Matthew's RC High School is a secondary school in Manchester, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.