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Holmfirth High School Catchment Area

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

Holmfirth High School is a community secondary school in Holmfirth, Kirklees , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1329 pupils, and a capacity of 1330 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,329

Pupils

1,330

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

Holmfirth High School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at Holmfirth High School are allocated by Kirklees 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.

Operating near capacity: 100% 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 Kirklees before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Kirklees catchment area documents →

Holmfirth High School — School Information

Full address
Heys Road, Thongsbridge, Holmfirth, HD9 7SE
Local authority
Kirklees
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
17.2% of pupils
DfE URN
107769

Other Secondary Schools in Holmfirth

If Holmfirth High School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Holmfirth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Holmfirth High School

Is Holmfirth High School oversubscribed?

Holmfirth High School is operating close to its capacity of 1330 places (100% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Holmfirth High School?

Admission to Holmfirth High School is managed by Kirklees. 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 Holmfirth High School cover?

Holmfirth High School is a secondary school in Holmfirth, Kirklees, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Holmfirth High School?

Holmfirth High School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.