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Highfields Primary School Catchment Area

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

Highfields Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Leicester , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 363 pupils, and a capacity of 388 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

363

Pupils

388

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Highfields Primary School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 94% 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 Leicester 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 Primary School — School Information

Full address
Pluto Close, Highfields, Leicester, LE2 0UU
Local authority
Leicester
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
23.1% of pupils
DfE URN
146844

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Highfields Primary School

Is Highfields Primary School oversubscribed?

Highfields Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 388 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Highfields Primary School?

Admission to Highfields Primary School is managed by Leicester. 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 Primary School cover?

Highfields Primary School is a primary school in Leicester, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.