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King James's School Catchment Area

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

King James's School is a academy converter secondary school in Huddersfield, Kirklees , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1064 pupils, and a capacity of 1050 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

1,064

Pupils

1,050

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

King James's School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, King James's 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: 1064 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1050 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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King James's School — School Information

Full address
St Helen's Gate, Almondbury, Huddersfield, HD4 6SG
Local authority
Kirklees
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
27.1% of pupils
DfE URN
138706

Other Secondary Schools in Huddersfield

If King James's School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Huddersfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — King James's School

Is King James's School oversubscribed?

Yes — King James's School currently has 1064 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1050 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for King James's School?

Admission to King James's 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 King James's School cover?

King James's School is a secondary school in Huddersfield, 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 King James's School?

King James's School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.