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Holyhead School Catchment Area

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

Holyhead School is a academy converter secondary school in Birmingham , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1271 pupils, and a capacity of 1250 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,271

Pupils

1,250

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2020

Holyhead School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Holyhead School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Birmingham. 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: 1271 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1250 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 Birmingham 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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Holyhead School — School Information

Full address
Milestone Lane, Handsworth, Birmingham, B21 0HN
Local authority
Birmingham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
58.8% of pupils
DfE URN
137034

Other Secondary Schools in Birmingham

If Holyhead School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Birmingham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Holyhead School

Is Holyhead School oversubscribed?

Yes — Holyhead School currently has 1271 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1250 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Holyhead School?

Admission to Holyhead School is managed by Birmingham. 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 Holyhead School cover?

Holyhead School is a secondary school in Birmingham, 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 Holyhead School?

Holyhead School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.