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The Macclesfield Academy Catchment Area

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

The Macclesfield Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Macclesfield, Cheshire East , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 639 pupils, and a capacity of 600 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

639

Pupils

600

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2020

The Macclesfield Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Macclesfield 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: 639 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 600 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 Macclesfield Academy — School Information

Full address
Park Lane, Macclesfield, SK11 8JR
Local authority
Cheshire East
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
27.7% of pupils
DfE URN
150483

Other Secondary Schools in Macclesfield

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

Frequently Asked Questions — The Macclesfield Academy

Is The Macclesfield Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — The Macclesfield Academy currently has 639 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 600 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Macclesfield Academy?

Admission to The Macclesfield 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 Macclesfield Academy cover?

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

The Macclesfield Academy was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.