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The Greetland Academy Catchment Area

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

The Greetland Academy is a academy converter primary school in Halifax, Calderdale , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 396 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

396

Pupils

420

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2021

The Greetland Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Greetland Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Calderdale. 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: 94% 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 Calderdale before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Calderdale catchment area documents →

The Greetland Academy — School Information

Full address
School Street, Greetland, Halifax, HX4 8JB
Local authority
Calderdale
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
10.4% of pupils
DfE URN
136375

Other Primary Schools in Halifax

If The Greetland Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Halifax are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Greetland Academy

Is The Greetland Academy oversubscribed?

The Greetland Academy is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Greetland Academy?

Admission to The Greetland Academy is managed by Calderdale. 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 The Greetland Academy cover?

The Greetland Academy is a primary school in Halifax, Calderdale, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Greetland Academy?

The Greetland Academy was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2021. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.