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Diamond Wood Community Academy Catchment Area

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

Diamond Wood Community Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Dewsbury, Kirklees , serving pupils aged 3–7, with 361 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–7

Age range

361

Pupils

360

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Diamond Wood Community Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Diamond Wood Community Academy 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: 361 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 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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Diamond Wood Community Academy — School Information

Full address
North Road, Ravensthorpe, Dewsbury, WF13 3AD
Local authority
Kirklees
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–7 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
34.2% of pupils
DfE URN
140392

Other Primary Schools in Dewsbury

If Diamond Wood Community Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Dewsbury are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Diamond Wood Community Academy

Is Diamond Wood Community Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Diamond Wood Community Academy currently has 361 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Diamond Wood Community Academy?

Admission to Diamond Wood Community Academy 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 Diamond Wood Community Academy cover?

Diamond Wood Community Academy is a primary school in Dewsbury, Kirklees, serving pupils aged 3–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Diamond Wood Community Academy?

Diamond Wood Community Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.