Newsome Academy Catchment Area
Newsome Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Huddersfield, Kirklees , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 801 pupils, and a capacity of 900 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.
11–16
Age range
801
Pupils
900
Capacity
89%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2024
Newsome Academy Catchment Area Information
As an academy, Newsome Academy 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.
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.
Find Kirklees catchment area documents →Newsome Academy — School Information
- Full address
- Castle Avenue, Newsome, Huddersfield, HD4 6JN
- Local authority
- Kirklees
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase of education
- Secondary
- Age range
- 11–16 years
- Admissions policy
- Non-selective
- Free school meals
- 46% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 147888
Other Secondary Schools in Huddersfield
If Newsome Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Huddersfield are the next closest alternatives.
All Saints Catholic College Catchment Area
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North Huddersfield Trust School Catchment Area
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Shelley College, A Share Academy Catchment Area
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Moor End Academy Catchment Area
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Salendine Nook High School Catchment Area
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King James's School Catchment Area
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Frequently Asked Questions — Newsome Academy
Is Newsome Academy oversubscribed? ▾
Newsome Academy has a capacity of 900 places and currently has 801 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Kirklees.
What is the admissions policy for Newsome Academy? ▾
Admission to Newsome Academy 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 Newsome Academy cover? ▾
Newsome Academy 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 Newsome Academy? ▾
Newsome Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.