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Harborne Academy Catchment Area

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

Harborne Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Birmingham , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 606 pupils, and a capacity of 600 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

606

Pupils

600

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Harborne Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Harborne Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Birmingham. 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: 606 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 600 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 Birmingham 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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Harborne Academy — School Information

Full address
Harborne Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 3JL
Local authority
Birmingham
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
54.3% of pupils
DfE URN
136213

Other Secondary Schools in Birmingham

If Harborne Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Birmingham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Harborne Academy

Is Harborne Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Harborne Academy currently has 606 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 600 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Harborne Academy?

Admission to Harborne Academy is managed by Birmingham. 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 Harborne Academy cover?

Harborne Academy is a secondary school in Birmingham, 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 Harborne Academy?

Harborne Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.