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Cowley Hill School Catchment Area

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

Cowley Hill School is a community primary school in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 424 pupils, and a capacity of 465 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

424

Pupils

465

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Cowley Hill School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Cowley Hill 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: 91% 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 →

Cowley Hill School — School Information

Full address
Winstre Road, Borehamwood, WD6 5DP
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
26.8% of pupils
DfE URN
117099

Other Primary Schools in Borehamwood

If Cowley Hill School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Borehamwood are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cowley Hill School

Is Cowley Hill School oversubscribed?

Cowley Hill School is operating close to its capacity of 465 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Cowley Hill School?

Admission to Cowley Hill 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 Cowley Hill School cover?

Cowley Hill School is a primary school in Borehamwood, 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 Cowley Hill School?

Cowley Hill School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.