The Observatory School Catchment Area
The Observatory School is a community special not applicable school in Prenton, Wirral , serving pupils aged 7–16, with 167 pupils, and a capacity of 160 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.
7–16
Age range
167
Pupils
160
Capacity
104%
Fill rate
The Observatory School Catchment Area Information
The catchment area for The Observatory School is set by Wirral and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.
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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Wirral before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Wirral catchment area documents →The Observatory School — School Information
- Full address
- Bidston Village Road, Bidston, Prenton, CH43 7QT
- Local authority
- Wirral
- School type
- Community special school
- Phase of education
- Not applicable
- Age range
- 7–16 years
- Free school meals
- 65.3% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 127715
Other Not applicable Schools in Prenton
If The Observatory School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Prenton are the next closest alternatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions — The Observatory School
Is The Observatory School oversubscribed? ▾
Yes — The Observatory School currently has 167 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 160 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.
What is the admissions policy for The Observatory School? ▾
Admission to The Observatory School is managed by Wirral. 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 Observatory School cover? ▾
The Observatory School is a not applicable school in Prenton, Wirral, serving pupils aged 7–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.