Highfields School

Highfields School, located in Upper Lumsdale, Matlock, Derbyshire, is a mixed secondary academy catering to students aged 11 to 18. With a current enrolment of approximately 1,295 pupils, the school has a capacity of 1,394, serving a diverse community within a rural setting. The school is part of the EMET Trust and operates as a non-selective academy, meaning that it welcomes students from a wide range of backgrounds. Highfields School prides itself on its commitment to the Performing Arts, which forms a crucial part of its identity and educational offerings. The school’s motto, 'Inspire, Achieve, Succeed,' encapsulates its ethos of encouraging every student to reach their full potential.