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Berkhamsted School Catchment Area

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

Berkhamsted School is a other independent not applicable school in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 1431 pupils, and a capacity of 1505 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–19

Age range

1,431

Pupils

1,505

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Berkhamsted School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Berkhamsted 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.

Operating near capacity: 95% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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.

Find Hertfordshire catchment area documents →

Berkhamsted School — School Information

Full address
Overton House, 133 High Street, Berkhamsted, HP4 2DJ
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Other independent school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–19 years
Religious character
Anglican/Christian
DfE URN
117604

Other Not applicable Schools in Berkhamsted

If Berkhamsted School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Berkhamsted are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Berkhamsted School

Is Berkhamsted School oversubscribed?

Berkhamsted School is operating close to its capacity of 1505 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Berkhamsted School?

Berkhamsted 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 Berkhamsted School cover?

Berkhamsted School is a not applicable school in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.