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Highgate Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Highgate Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Rotherham, Barnsley , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 356 pupils, and a capacity of 314 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

356

Pupils

314

Capacity

113%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Highgate Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Highgate Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Barnsley. 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: 356 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 314 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 Barnsley 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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Highgate Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Nicholas Lane, Goldthorpe, Rotherham, S63 9AS
Local authority
Barnsley
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
38.6% of pupils
DfE URN
138701

Other Primary Schools in Rotherham

If Highgate Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Rotherham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Highgate Primary Academy

Is Highgate Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Highgate Primary Academy currently has 356 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 314 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Highgate Primary Academy?

Admission to Highgate Primary Academy is managed by Barnsley. 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 Highgate Primary Academy cover?

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

What is the Ofsted rating for Highgate Primary Academy?

Highgate Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.