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Stanley Grove Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Stanley Grove Primary Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Longsight, Manchester , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 678 pupils, and a capacity of 630 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

678

Pupils

630

Capacity

108%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Stanley Grove Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Stanley Grove Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Manchester. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 678 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 630 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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Stanley Grove Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Stanley Grove, Longsight, M12 4NL
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
56.8% of pupils
DfE URN
138785

Frequently Asked Questions — Stanley Grove Primary Academy

Is Stanley Grove Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Stanley Grove Primary Academy currently has 678 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 630 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Stanley Grove Primary Academy?

Admission to Stanley Grove Primary Academy is managed by Manchester. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Stanley Grove Primary Academy cover?

Stanley Grove Primary Academy is a primary school in Longsight, 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 Stanley Grove Primary Academy?

Stanley Grove Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.