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Chesterfield High School Catchment Area

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

Chesterfield High School is a academy converter secondary school in Liverpool, Sefton , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1628 pupils, and a capacity of 1326 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,628

Pupils

1,326

Capacity

123%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Chesterfield High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Chesterfield High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Sefton. 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: 1628 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1326 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 Sefton 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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Chesterfield High School — School Information

Full address
Chesterfield Road, Crosby, Liverpool, L23 9YB
Local authority
Sefton
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
25.6% of pupils
DfE URN
137514

Other Secondary Schools in Liverpool

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Chesterfield High School

Is Chesterfield High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Chesterfield High School currently has 1628 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1326 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Chesterfield High School?

Admission to Chesterfield High School is managed by Sefton. 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 Chesterfield High School cover?

Chesterfield High School is a secondary school in Liverpool, Sefton, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Chesterfield High School?

Chesterfield High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.