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Freman College Catchment Area

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

Freman College is a academy converter secondary school in Buntingford, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 13–18, with 1022 pupils, and a capacity of 903 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

13–18

Age range

1,022

Pupils

903

Capacity

113%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Freman College Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Freman College 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: 1022 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 903 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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Freman College — School Information

Full address
Bowling Green Lane, Buntingford, SG9 9BT
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
13–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
11.3% of pupils
DfE URN
137002

Frequently Asked Questions — Freman College

Is Freman College oversubscribed?

Yes — Freman College currently has 1022 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 903 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Freman College?

Admission to Freman College 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 Freman College cover?

Freman College is a secondary school in Buntingford, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 13–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Freman College?

Freman College was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.