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Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate Catchment Area

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

Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate is a academy sponsor led primary school in Wakefield , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 230 pupils, and a capacity of 238 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

230

Pupils

238

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Wakefield. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 97% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Wakefield 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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Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate — School Information

Full address
Brandy Carr Road, Kirkhamgate, Wakefield, WF2 0RS
Local authority
Wakefield
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
9.9% of pupils
DfE URN
139080

Other Primary Schools in Wakefield

If Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Wakefield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate

Is Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate oversubscribed?

Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate is operating close to its capacity of 238 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate?

Admission to Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate is managed by Wakefield. 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 Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate cover?

Outwood Primary Academy Kirkhamgate is a primary school in Wakefield, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.