Lightcliffe Academy Catchment Area
Lightcliffe Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Halifax, Calderdale , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 820 pupils, and a capacity of 1350 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
820
Pupils
1,350
Capacity
61%
Fill rate
Lightcliffe Academy Catchment Area Information
As an academy, Lightcliffe Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Calderdale. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Calderdale before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Calderdale catchment area documents →Lightcliffe Academy — School Information
- Full address
- Stoney Lane, Lightcliffe, Halifax, HX3 8TL
- Local authority
- Calderdale
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 31.7% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 137036
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Frequently Asked Questions — Lightcliffe Academy
Is Lightcliffe Academy oversubscribed? ▾
Lightcliffe Academy has a capacity of 1350 places and currently has 820 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Calderdale.
What is the admissions policy for Lightcliffe Academy? ▾
Admission to Lightcliffe Academy is managed by Calderdale. 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 Lightcliffe Academy cover? ▾
Lightcliffe Academy is a secondary school in Halifax, Calderdale, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.