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Lindley Junior School Catchment Area

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

Lindley Junior School is a academy converter primary school in Huddersfield, Kirklees , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 496 pupils, and a capacity of 478 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

7–11

Age range

496

Pupils

478

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Lindley Junior School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Lindley Junior 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: 496 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 478 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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Lindley Junior School — School Information

Full address
George Street, Lindley, Huddersfield, HD3 3LY
Local authority
Kirklees
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
16.1% of pupils
DfE URN
137519

Other Primary Schools in Huddersfield

If Lindley Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Huddersfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Lindley Junior School

Is Lindley Junior School oversubscribed?

Yes — Lindley Junior School currently has 496 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 478 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Lindley Junior School?

Admission to Lindley Junior 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 Lindley Junior School cover?

Lindley Junior School is a primary school in Huddersfield, Kirklees, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Lindley Junior School?

Lindley Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.