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Kirkburton Middle School Catchment Area

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

Kirkburton Middle School is a academy converter middle deemed secondary school in Huddersfield, Kirklees , serving pupils aged 10–13, with 502 pupils, and a capacity of 501 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

10–13

Age range

502

Pupils

501

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Kirkburton Middle School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Kirkburton Middle 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: 502 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 501 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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Kirkburton Middle School — School Information

Full address
Turnshaws Avenue, Kirkburton, Huddersfield, HD8 0TJ
Local authority
Kirklees
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Middle deemed secondary
Age range
10–13 years
Free school meals
13.7% of pupils
DfE URN
143791

Other Middle deemed secondary Schools in Huddersfield

If Kirkburton Middle School is oversubscribed, these middle deemed secondary schools in Huddersfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Kirkburton Middle School

Is Kirkburton Middle School oversubscribed?

Yes — Kirkburton Middle School currently has 502 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 501 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Kirkburton Middle School?

Admission to Kirkburton Middle 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 Kirkburton Middle School cover?

Kirkburton Middle School is a middle deemed secondary school in Huddersfield, Kirklees, serving pupils aged 10–13. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Kirkburton Middle School?

Kirkburton Middle School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.