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Barley (VA) Church of England First School Catchment Area

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

Barley (VA) Church of England First School is a voluntary aided primary school in Royston, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 3–9, with 29 pupils, and a capacity of 90 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

3–9

Age range

29

Pupils

90

Capacity

32%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Barley (VA) Church of England First School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Barley (VA) Church of England First School is managed by Hertfordshire and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Hertfordshire 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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Barley (VA) Church of England First School — School Information

Full address
Church End, Barley, Royston, SG8 8JW
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–9 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
27.6% of pupils
DfE URN
117386

Other Primary Schools in Royston

If Barley (VA) Church of England First School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Royston are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Barley (VA) Church of England First School

Is Barley (VA) Church of England First School oversubscribed?

Barley (VA) Church of England First School has a capacity of 90 places and currently has 29 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Hertfordshire.

What is the admissions policy for Barley (VA) Church of England First School?

Barley (VA) Church of England First School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Hertfordshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Barley (VA) Church of England First School cover?

Barley (VA) Church of England First School is a primary school in Royston, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 3–9. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Barley (VA) Church of England First School?

Barley (VA) Church of England First School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.