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Unsworth Primary School Catchment Area

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

Unsworth Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Bury , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 214 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

214

Pupils

210

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Unsworth Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Unsworth Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bury. 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: 214 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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 Bury 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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Unsworth Primary School — School Information

Full address
Blackley Close, Unsworth, Bury, BL9 8LY
Local authority
Bury
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
14.5% of pupils
DfE URN
146932

Other Primary Schools in Bury

If Unsworth Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Bury are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Unsworth Primary School

Is Unsworth Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Unsworth Primary School currently has 214 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Unsworth Primary School?

Admission to Unsworth Primary School is managed by Bury. 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 Unsworth Primary School cover?

Unsworth Primary School is a primary school in Bury, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Unsworth Primary School?

Unsworth Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.