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The Highcrest Academy Catchment Area

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

The Highcrest Academy is a academy converter secondary school in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1072 pupils, and a capacity of 1069 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,072

Pupils

1,069

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

The Highcrest Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Highcrest Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Buckinghamshire. 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: 1072 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1069 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 Buckinghamshire 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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The Highcrest Academy — School Information

Full address
Hatters Lane, High Wycombe, HP13 7NQ
Local authority
Buckinghamshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
35.4% of pupils
DfE URN
136858

Other Secondary Schools in High Wycombe

If The Highcrest Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in High Wycombe are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Highcrest Academy

Is The Highcrest Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — The Highcrest Academy currently has 1072 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1069 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Highcrest Academy?

Admission to The Highcrest Academy is managed by Buckinghamshire. 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 Highcrest Academy cover?

The Highcrest Academy is a secondary school in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Highcrest Academy?

The Highcrest Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.