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Highgate Wood Secondary School Catchment Area

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

Highgate Wood Secondary School is a community secondary school in London, Haringey , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1543 pupils, and a capacity of 1465 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,543

Pupils

1,465

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2011

Highgate Wood Secondary School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Highgate Wood Secondary School are allocated by Haringey using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Currently oversubscribed: 1543 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1465 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 Haringey 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 Wood Secondary School — School Information

Full address
Montenotte Road, London, N8 8RN
Local authority
Haringey
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
20.5% of pupils
DfE URN
102154

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If Highgate Wood Secondary School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in London are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Highgate Wood Secondary School

Is Highgate Wood Secondary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Highgate Wood Secondary School currently has 1543 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1465 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Highgate Wood Secondary School?

Admission to Highgate Wood Secondary School is managed by Haringey. 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 Wood Secondary School cover?

Highgate Wood Secondary School is a secondary school in London, Haringey, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Highgate Wood Secondary School?

Highgate Wood Secondary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2011. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.