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Wardle Academy Catchment Area

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

Wardle Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Rochdale , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1364 pupils, and a capacity of 1200 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,364

Pupils

1,200

Capacity

114%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Wardle Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Wardle Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Rochdale. 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: 1364 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1200 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 Rochdale 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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Wardle Academy — School Information

Full address
Birch Road, Wardle, Rochdale, OL12 9RD
Local authority
Rochdale
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
28.9% of pupils
DfE URN
140055

Other Secondary Schools in Rochdale

If Wardle Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Rochdale are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Wardle Academy

Is Wardle Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Wardle Academy currently has 1364 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1200 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Wardle Academy?

Admission to Wardle Academy is managed by Rochdale. 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 Wardle Academy cover?

Wardle Academy is a secondary school in Rochdale, 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 Wardle Academy?

Wardle Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.