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Honley High School Catchment Area

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

Honley High School is a academy converter secondary school in Holmfirth, Kirklees , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1289 pupils, and a capacity of 1285 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,289

Pupils

1,285

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Honley High School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Honley High School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Kirklees. 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: 1289 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1285 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 Kirklees 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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Honley High School — School Information

Full address
Station Road, Honley, Holmfirth, HD9 6QJ
Local authority
Kirklees
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
22.2% of pupils
DfE URN
146906

Other Secondary Schools in Holmfirth

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Honley High School

Is Honley High School oversubscribed?

Yes — Honley High School currently has 1289 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1285 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Honley High School?

Admission to Honley 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 Honley High School cover?

Honley 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 Honley High School?

Honley High School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.