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Reach Academy Catchment Area

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

Reach Academy is a academy alternative provision converter not applicable school in Batley, Kirklees , serving pupils aged 11–14, with 44 pupils, and a capacity of 42 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–14

Age range

44

Pupils

42

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Reach Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Reach 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 44 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 42 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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Reach Academy — School Information

Full address
The Field Hill Centre, Batley Field Hill, Batley, WF17 0BQ
Local authority
Kirklees
School type
Academy alternative provision converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–14 years
Free school meals
56.8% of pupils
DfE URN
145434

Other Not applicable Schools in Batley

If Reach Academy is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Batley are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Reach Academy

Is Reach Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Reach Academy currently has 44 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 42 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Reach Academy?

Admission to Reach 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 Reach Academy cover?

Reach Academy is a not applicable school in Batley, Kirklees, serving pupils aged 11–14. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Reach Academy?

Reach Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.