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Horsforth School Catchment Area

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

Horsforth School is a academy converter secondary school in Leeds , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1773 pupils, and a capacity of 1865 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,773

Pupils

1,865

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Horsforth School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Horsforth School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Leeds. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 95% 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 Leeds 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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Horsforth School — School Information

Full address
Lee Lane East, Horsforth, Leeds, LS18 5RF
Local authority
Leeds
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
15.2% of pupils
DfE URN
137775

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If Horsforth School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Leeds are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Horsforth School

Is Horsforth School oversubscribed?

Horsforth School is operating close to its capacity of 1865 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Horsforth School?

Admission to Horsforth School is managed by Leeds. 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 Horsforth School cover?

Horsforth School is a secondary school in Leeds, 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 Horsforth School?

Horsforth School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.