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The East Manchester Academy Catchment Area

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

The East Manchester Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Manchester , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1031 pupils, and a capacity of 1100 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,031

Pupils

1,100

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

The East Manchester Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The East Manchester 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.

Operating near capacity: 94% 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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The East Manchester Academy — School Information

Full address
60 Grey Mare Lane, Beswick, Manchester, M11 3DS
Local authority
Manchester
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
60.8% of pupils
DfE URN
144494

Other Secondary Schools in Manchester

If The East Manchester Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Manchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The East Manchester Academy

Is The East Manchester Academy oversubscribed?

The East Manchester Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1100 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The East Manchester Academy?

Admission to The East Manchester 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 The East Manchester Academy cover?

The East Manchester Academy 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 The East Manchester Academy?

The East Manchester Academy was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.