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Highfield Primary School Catchment Area

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

Highfield Primary School is a community primary school in Bolton , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 417 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

417

Pupils

420

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Highfield Primary School Catchment Area Information

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

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 Bolton 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 Primary School — School Information

Full address
Marsh Lane, Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 0AP
Local authority
Bolton
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
24.5% of pupils
DfE URN
105182

Other Primary Schools in Bolton

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Highfield Primary School

Is Highfield Primary School oversubscribed?

Highfield Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Highfield Primary School?

Admission to Highfield Primary School is managed by Bolton. 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 Primary School cover?

Highfield Primary School is a primary school in Bolton, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Highfield Primary School?

Highfield Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.