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The Russett School Catchment Area

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

The Russett School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Northwich, Cheshire West and Chester , serving pupils aged 2–19, with 142 pupils, and a capacity of 95 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–19

Age range

142

Pupils

95

Capacity

149%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2014

The Russett School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Russett School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Cheshire West and Chester. 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: 142 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 95 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 West and Chester 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 Russett School — School Information

Full address
Middlehurst Avenue, Weaverham, Northwich, CW8 3BW
Local authority
Cheshire West and Chester
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–19 years
Free school meals
52.4% of pupils
DfE URN
142302

Other Not applicable Schools in Northwich

If The Russett School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Northwich are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Russett School

Is The Russett School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Russett School currently has 142 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 95 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Russett School?

Admission to The Russett School is managed by Cheshire West and Chester. 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 Russett School cover?

The Russett School is a not applicable school in Northwich, Cheshire West and Chester, serving pupils aged 2–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Russett School?

The Russett School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.