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Colnbrook School Catchment Area

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

Colnbrook School is a community special not applicable school in Watford, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 129 pupils, and a capacity of 130 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

129

Pupils

130

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2013

Colnbrook School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Colnbrook 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: 99% 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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Colnbrook School — School Information

Full address
Hayling Road, Watford, WD19 7UY
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Community special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
25.6% of pupils
DfE URN
117670

Other Not applicable Schools in Watford

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Colnbrook School

Is Colnbrook School oversubscribed?

Colnbrook School is operating close to its capacity of 130 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Colnbrook School?

Admission to Colnbrook 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 Colnbrook School cover?

Colnbrook School is a not applicable school in Watford, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Colnbrook School?

Colnbrook School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.