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Highfields Academy Catchment Area

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

Highfields Academy is a academy converter primary school in Nantwich, Cheshire East , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 246 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

246

Pupils

210

Capacity

117%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Highfields Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Highfields Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Cheshire East. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 246 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 East 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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Highfields Academy — School Information

Full address
Cumberland Avenue, Nantwich, CW5 6HA
Local authority
Cheshire East
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
11.9% of pupils
DfE URN
143160

Other Primary Schools in Nantwich

If Highfields Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Nantwich are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Highfields Academy

Is Highfields Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Highfields Academy currently has 246 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Highfields Academy?

Admission to Highfields Academy is managed by Cheshire East. 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 Highfields Academy cover?

Highfields Academy is a primary school in Nantwich, Cheshire East, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Highfields Academy?

Highfields Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.