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Highfield Community Primary School Catchment Area

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

Highfield Community Primary School is a community primary school in Chester, Cheshire West and Chester , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 227 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

227

Pupils

210

Capacity

108%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Highfield Community Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Highfield Community Primary School is set by Cheshire West and Chester and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Currently oversubscribed: 227 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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 Cheshire West and Chester 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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Highfield Community Primary School — School Information

Full address
Blacon Point Road, Blacon, Chester, CH1 5LD
Local authority
Cheshire West and Chester
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
24.9% of pupils
DfE URN
131421

Other Primary Schools in Chester

If Highfield Community Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Chester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Highfield Community Primary School

Is Highfield Community Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Highfield Community Primary School currently has 227 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Highfield Community Primary School?

Admission to Highfield Community Primary School is managed by Cheshire West and Chester. 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 Highfield Community Primary School cover?

Highfield Community Primary School is a primary school in Chester, Cheshire West and Chester, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Highfield Community Primary School?

Highfield Community Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.