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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 academy converter primary school in Chorley, Lancashire , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 238 pupils, and a capacity of 279 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

5–11

Age range

238

Pupils

279

Capacity

85%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Highfield Community Primary School Catchment Area Information

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

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Lancashire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Lancashire catchment area documents →

Highfield Community Primary School — School Information

Full address
Wright Street, Chorley, PR6 0SP
Local authority
Lancashire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Free school meals
39.9% of pupils
DfE URN
150034

Other Primary Schools in Chorley

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Highfield Community Primary School

Is Highfield Community Primary School oversubscribed?

Highfield Community Primary School has a capacity of 279 places and currently has 238 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Lancashire.

What is the admissions policy for Highfield Community Primary School?

Admission to Highfield Community Primary School is managed by Lancashire. 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 Chorley, Lancashire, serving pupils aged 5–11. 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 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.