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Highburton CofE First Academy Catchment Area

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

Highburton CofE First Academy is a academy converter primary school in Huddersfield, Kirklees , serving pupils aged 4–10, with 173 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–10

Age range

173

Pupils

180

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Highburton CofE First Academy Catchment Area Information

Admission to Highburton CofE First Academy is managed by Kirklees and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Operating near capacity: 96% 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 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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Highburton CofE First Academy — School Information

Full address
Northfield Lane, Highburton, Huddersfield, HD8 0QT
Local authority
Kirklees
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–10 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
6.4% of pupils
DfE URN
149941

Other Primary Schools in Huddersfield

If Highburton CofE First Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Huddersfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Highburton CofE First Academy

Is Highburton CofE First Academy oversubscribed?

Highburton CofE First Academy is operating close to its capacity of 180 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Highburton CofE First Academy?

Highburton CofE First Academy uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Kirklees before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Highburton CofE First Academy cover?

Highburton CofE First Academy is a primary school in Huddersfield, Kirklees, serving pupils aged 4–10. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Highburton CofE First Academy?

Highburton CofE First Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.