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Beaumont School Catchment Area

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

Beaumont School is a academy converter secondary school in St Albans, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1651 pupils, and a capacity of 1600 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,651

Pupils

1,600

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2014

Beaumont School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Beaumont School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Hertfordshire. 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: 1651 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1600 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 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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Beaumont School — School Information

Full address
Austen Way, St Albans, AL4 0XB
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
4.6% of pupils
DfE URN
138286

Other Secondary Schools in St Albans

If Beaumont School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in St Albans are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Beaumont School

Is Beaumont School oversubscribed?

Yes — Beaumont School currently has 1651 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1600 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Beaumont School?

Admission to Beaumont School is managed by Hertfordshire. 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 Beaumont School cover?

Beaumont School is a secondary school in St Albans, Hertfordshire, 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 Beaumont School?

Beaumont School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.