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The Heath School Catchment Area

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

The Heath School is a academy converter secondary school in Runcorn, Halton , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1185 pupils, and a capacity of 1200 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,185

Pupils

1,200

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

The Heath School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Heath School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Halton. 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: 99% 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 Halton before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Halton catchment area documents →

The Heath School — School Information

Full address
Clifton Road, Runcorn, WA7 4SY
Local authority
Halton
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
34.1% of pupils
DfE URN
136779

Other Secondary Schools in Runcorn

If The Heath School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Runcorn are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Heath School

Is The Heath School oversubscribed?

The Heath School is operating close to its capacity of 1200 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Heath School?

Admission to The Heath School is managed by Halton. 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 Heath School cover?

The Heath School is a secondary school in Runcorn, Halton, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.