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Castle Hill School Catchment Area

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

Castle Hill School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Huddersfield, Kirklees , serving pupils aged 3–19, with 130 pupils, and a capacity of 108 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–19

Age range

130

Pupils

108

Capacity

120%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2013

Castle Hill School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Castle Hill School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Kirklees. 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: 130 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 108 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 Kirklees 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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Castle Hill School — School Information

Full address
Newsome Road South, Newsome, Huddersfield, HD4 6JL
Local authority
Kirklees
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
3–19 years
Free school meals
36.8% of pupils
DfE URN
142420

Other Not applicable Schools in Huddersfield

If Castle Hill School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Huddersfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Castle Hill School

Is Castle Hill School oversubscribed?

Yes — Castle Hill School currently has 130 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 108 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Castle Hill School?

Admission to Castle Hill School is managed by Kirklees. 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 Castle Hill School cover?

Castle Hill School is a not applicable school in Huddersfield, Kirklees, serving pupils aged 3–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Castle Hill School?

Castle Hill School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.