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The Byrchall High School Catchment Area

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

The Byrchall High School is a academy converter secondary school in Wigan , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1075 pupils, and a capacity of 1175 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,075

Pupils

1,175

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

The Byrchall High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Byrchall High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Wigan. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 91% 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 Wigan 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 Byrchall High School — School Information

Full address
Warrington Road, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 9PQ
Local authority
Wigan
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
34.5% of pupils
DfE URN
138699

Other Secondary Schools in Wigan

If The Byrchall High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Wigan are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Byrchall High School

Is The Byrchall High School oversubscribed?

The Byrchall High School is operating close to its capacity of 1175 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Byrchall High School?

Admission to The Byrchall High School is managed by Wigan. 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 The Byrchall High School cover?

The Byrchall High School is a secondary school in Wigan, 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 The Byrchall High School?

The Byrchall High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.