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Hillyfield Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Hillyfield Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in London, Waltham Forest , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 1194 pupils, and a capacity of 720 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

1,194

Pupils

720

Capacity

166%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Hillyfield Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hillyfield Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Waltham Forest. 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: 1194 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 720 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 Waltham Forest 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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Hillyfield Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Higham Hill Road, London, E17 6ED
Local authority
Waltham Forest
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
18.3% of pupils
DfE URN
136413

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Frequently Asked Questions — Hillyfield Primary Academy

Is Hillyfield Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Hillyfield Primary Academy currently has 1194 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 720 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Hillyfield Primary Academy?

Admission to Hillyfield Primary Academy is managed by Waltham Forest. 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 Hillyfield Primary Academy cover?

Hillyfield Primary Academy is a primary school in London, Waltham Forest, 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 Hillyfield Primary Academy?

Hillyfield Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.