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Woodchurch High School Catchment Area

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

Woodchurch High School is a academy converter secondary school in Wirral , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1415 pupils, and a capacity of 1405 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,415

Pupils

1,405

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Woodchurch High School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Woodchurch High School is managed by Wirral and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 1415 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1405 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 Wirral 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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Woodchurch High School — School Information

Full address
Carr Bridge Road, Woodchurch, Wirral, CH49 7NG
Local authority
Wirral
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Religious character
Church of England
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
39.1% of pupils
DfE URN
138853

Other Secondary Schools in Wirral

If Woodchurch High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Wirral are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Woodchurch High School

Is Woodchurch High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Woodchurch High School currently has 1415 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1405 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Woodchurch High School?

Woodchurch High School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Wirral before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Woodchurch High School cover?

Woodchurch High School is a secondary school in Wirral, 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 Woodchurch High School?

Woodchurch High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.