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The Blue Coat CofE School Catchment Area

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

The Blue Coat CofE School is a academy converter secondary school in Oldham , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1669 pupils, and a capacity of 1550 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,669

Pupils

1,550

Capacity

108%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

The Blue Coat CofE School Catchment Area Information

Admission to The Blue Coat CofE School is managed by Oldham 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: 1669 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1550 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 Oldham 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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The Blue Coat CofE School — School Information

Full address
Egerton Street, Chadderton, Oldham, OL1 3SQ
Local authority
Oldham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Religious character
Church of England
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
15.4% of pupils
DfE URN
137133

Other Secondary Schools in Oldham

If The Blue Coat CofE School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Oldham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Blue Coat CofE School

Is The Blue Coat CofE School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Blue Coat CofE School currently has 1669 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1550 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Blue Coat CofE School?

The Blue Coat CofE School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Oldham before each admissions cycle.

What age range does The Blue Coat CofE School cover?

The Blue Coat CofE School is a secondary school in Oldham, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Blue Coat CofE School?

The Blue Coat CofE School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.