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Brandles School Catchment Area

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

Brandles School is a academy special sponsor led not applicable school in Baldock, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 70 pupils, and a capacity of 70 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

70

Pupils

70

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Brandles School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Brandles 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: 70 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 70 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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Brandles School — School Information

Full address
Weston Way, Baldock, SG7 6EY
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy special sponsor led
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–16 years
Gender
Boys
Free school meals
67.1% of pupils
DfE URN
147679

Frequently Asked Questions — Brandles School

Is Brandles School oversubscribed?

Yes — Brandles School currently has 70 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 70 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Brandles School?

Admission to Brandles 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 Brandles School cover?

Brandles School is a not applicable school in Baldock, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Brandles School?

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