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Bernards Heath Junior School Catchment Area

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

Bernards Heath Junior School is a community primary school in St Albans, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 352 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

352

Pupils

360

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Bernards Heath Junior School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Bernards Heath Junior School is set by Hertfordshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 98% 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.

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Bernards Heath Junior School — School Information

Full address
Watson Avenue, St Albans, AL3 5HP
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
8.5% of pupils
DfE URN
117143

Other Primary Schools in St Albans

If Bernards Heath Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in St Albans are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Bernards Heath Junior School

Is Bernards Heath Junior School oversubscribed?

Bernards Heath Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 360 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Bernards Heath Junior School?

Admission to Bernards Heath Junior 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 Bernards Heath Junior School cover?

Bernards Heath Junior School is a primary school in St Albans, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Bernards Heath Junior School?

Bernards Heath Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.