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Goffs Academy Catchment Area

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

Goffs Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1606 pupils, and a capacity of 1532 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,606

Pupils

1,532

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Goffs Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Goffs 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: 1606 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1532 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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Goffs Academy — School Information

Full address
Goffs Lane, Cheshunt, Waltham Cross, EN7 5QW
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
18.7% of pupils
DfE URN
137532

Other Secondary Schools in Waltham Cross

If Goffs Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Waltham Cross are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Goffs Academy

Is Goffs Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Goffs Academy currently has 1606 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1532 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Goffs Academy?

Admission to Goffs 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 Goffs Academy cover?

Goffs Academy is a secondary school in Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Goffs Academy?

Goffs Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.