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Broadfield Academy Catchment Area

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

Broadfield Academy is a academy converter primary school in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 430 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

430

Pupils

420

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Broadfield Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Broadfield Academy 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: 430 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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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Broadfield Academy — School Information

Full address
Windmill Road, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 4BX
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
28.4% of pupils
DfE URN
144909

Other Primary Schools in Hemel Hempstead

If Broadfield Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Hemel Hempstead are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Broadfield Academy

Is Broadfield Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Broadfield Academy currently has 430 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Broadfield Academy?

Admission to Broadfield Academy 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 Broadfield Academy cover?

Broadfield Academy is a primary school in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Broadfield Academy?

Broadfield Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.