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Crabtree Infants' School Catchment Area

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

Crabtree Infants' School is a academy converter primary school in Harpenden, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 4–7, with 180 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–7

Age range

180

Pupils

180

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Crabtree Infants' School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Crabtree Infants' 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: 180 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 180 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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Crabtree Infants' School — School Information

Full address
Crabtree Lane, Harpenden, AL5 5PU
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–7 years
Free school meals
2.2% of pupils
DfE URN
140707

Other Primary Schools in Harpenden

If Crabtree Infants' School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Harpenden are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Crabtree Infants' School

Is Crabtree Infants' School oversubscribed?

Yes — Crabtree Infants' School currently has 180 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 180 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Crabtree Infants' School?

Admission to Crabtree Infants' 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 Crabtree Infants' School cover?

Crabtree Infants' School is a primary school in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 4–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Crabtree Infants' School?

Crabtree Infants' School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.