Waterhead Academy Catchment Area
Waterhead Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Oldham , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 947 pupils, and a capacity of 1500 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
947
Pupils
1,500
Capacity
63%
Fill rate
Waterhead Academy Catchment Area Information
As an academy, Waterhead Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Oldham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Oldham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Oldham catchment area documents →Waterhead Academy — School Information
- Full address
- Huddersfield Road, Oldham, OL4 3NY
- Local authority
- Oldham
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Free school meals
- 49.6% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 144508
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Frequently Asked Questions — Waterhead Academy
Is Waterhead Academy oversubscribed? ▾
Waterhead Academy has a capacity of 1500 places and currently has 947 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Oldham.
What is the admissions policy for Waterhead Academy? ▾
Admission to Waterhead Academy is managed by Oldham. 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 Waterhead Academy cover? ▾
Waterhead Academy is a secondary school in Oldham, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.