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The Holden School Catchment Area

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

The Holden School is a other independent special not applicable school in Greater Manchester, Wigan , serving pupils aged 4–18, with 79 pupils, and a capacity of 84 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–18

Age range

79

Pupils

84

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

The Holden School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for The Holden School is set by Wigan and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

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 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 Holden School — School Information

Full address
Firs Lane, Leigh, Greater Manchester, WN7 4SB
Local authority
Wigan
School type
Other independent special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
4–18 years
DfE URN
146988

Other Not applicable Schools in Greater Manchester

If The Holden School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Greater Manchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Holden School

Is The Holden School oversubscribed?

The Holden School is operating close to its capacity of 84 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 Holden School?

Admission to The Holden 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 Holden School cover?

The Holden School is a not applicable school in Greater Manchester, Wigan, serving pupils aged 4–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.