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Highfield Middle School Catchment Area

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

Highfield Middle School is a academy converter middle deemed secondary school in Prudhoe, Northumberland , serving pupils aged 9–13, with 358 pupils, and a capacity of 480 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby middle deemed secondary schools below.

9–13

Age range

358

Pupils

480

Capacity

75%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Highfield Middle School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Highfield Middle School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Northumberland. 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 Northumberland before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Northumberland catchment area documents →

Highfield Middle School — School Information

Full address
Highfield Lane, Prudhoe, NE42 6EY
Local authority
Northumberland
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Middle deemed secondary
Age range
9–13 years
Free school meals
32.7% of pupils
DfE URN
146871

Other Middle deemed secondary Schools in Prudhoe

If Highfield Middle School is oversubscribed, these middle deemed secondary schools in Prudhoe are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Highfield Middle School

Is Highfield Middle School oversubscribed?

Highfield Middle School has a capacity of 480 places and currently has 358 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Northumberland.

What is the admissions policy for Highfield Middle School?

Admission to Highfield Middle School is managed by Northumberland. 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 Middle School cover?

Highfield Middle School is a middle deemed secondary school in Prudhoe, Northumberland, serving pupils aged 9–13. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Highfield Middle School?

Highfield Middle School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.