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Harrogate Grammar School Catchment Area

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

Harrogate Grammar School is a academy converter secondary school in Harrogate, North Yorkshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 2070 pupils, and a capacity of 2100 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

2,070

Pupils

2,100

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2022

Harrogate Grammar School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Harrogate Grammar School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with North Yorkshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 99% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by North Yorkshire 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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Harrogate Grammar School — School Information

Full address
Arthurs Avenue, Harrogate, HG2 0DZ
Local authority
North Yorkshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
10.3% of pupils
DfE URN
136497

Other Secondary Schools in Harrogate

If Harrogate Grammar School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Harrogate are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Harrogate Grammar School

Is Harrogate Grammar School oversubscribed?

Harrogate Grammar School is operating close to its capacity of 2100 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Harrogate Grammar School?

Admission to Harrogate Grammar School is managed by North Yorkshire. 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 Harrogate Grammar School cover?

Harrogate Grammar School is a secondary school in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, 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 Harrogate Grammar School?

Harrogate Grammar School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.