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The Highway Primary School Catchment Area

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

The Highway Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Orpington, Bromley , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 212 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

212

Pupils

210

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

The Highway Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Highway Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bromley. 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: 212 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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 Bromley 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 Highway Primary School — School Information

Full address
The Highway, Orpington, BR6 9DJ
Local authority
Bromley
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
20.3% of pupils
DfE URN
142743

Other Primary Schools in Orpington

If The Highway Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Orpington are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Highway Primary School

Is The Highway Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Highway Primary School currently has 212 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Highway Primary School?

Admission to The Highway Primary School is managed by Bromley. 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 Highway Primary School cover?

The Highway Primary School is a primary school in Orpington, Bromley, 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 Highway Primary School?

The Highway Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.