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St Peter's RC High School Catchment Area

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

St Peter's RC High School is a voluntary aided secondary school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1035 pupils, and a capacity of 1000 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,035

Pupils

1,000

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

St Peter's RC High School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Peter'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.

Currently oversubscribed: 1035 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1000 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 Peter's RC High School — School Information

Full address
Kirkmanshulme Lane, M12 4WB
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
46.7% of pupils
DfE URN
131880

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Frequently Asked Questions — St Peter's RC High School

Is St Peter's RC High School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Peter's RC High School currently has 1035 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1000 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

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

St Peter'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 Peter's RC High School cover?

St Peter'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.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Peter's RC High School?

St Peter's RC High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.