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The Fallibroome Academy Catchment Area

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

The Fallibroome Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Macclesfield, Cheshire East , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1551 pupils, and a capacity of 1535 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,551

Pupils

1,535

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

The Fallibroome Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Fallibroome Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Cheshire East. 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: 1551 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1535 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 Cheshire East 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 Fallibroome Academy — School Information

Full address
Priory Lane, Upton, Macclesfield, SK10 4AF
Local authority
Cheshire East
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
15.3% of pupils
DfE URN
136278

Other Secondary Schools in Macclesfield

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

Frequently Asked Questions — The Fallibroome Academy

Is The Fallibroome Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — The Fallibroome Academy currently has 1551 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1535 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Fallibroome Academy?

Admission to The Fallibroome Academy is managed by Cheshire East. 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 Fallibroome Academy cover?

The Fallibroome Academy is a secondary school in Macclesfield, Cheshire East, 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 Fallibroome Academy?

The Fallibroome Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.