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Royds Hall, A Share Academy Catchment Area

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

Royds Hall, A Share Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Huddersfield, Kirklees , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 866 pupils, and a capacity of 860 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

866

Pupils

860

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Royds Hall, A Share Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Royds Hall, A Share 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: 866 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 860 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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Royds Hall, A Share Academy — School Information

Full address
Luck Lane, Paddock, Huddersfield, HD3 4HA
Local authority
Kirklees
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
43.3% of pupils
DfE URN
146327

Other Secondary Schools in Huddersfield

If Royds Hall, A Share Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Huddersfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Royds Hall, A Share Academy

Is Royds Hall, A Share Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Royds Hall, A Share Academy currently has 866 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 860 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Royds Hall, A Share Academy?

Admission to Royds Hall, A Share 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 Royds Hall, A Share Academy cover?

Royds Hall, A Share 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 Royds Hall, A Share Academy?

Royds Hall, A Share Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.