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Hatfield Community Free School Catchment Area

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

Hatfield Community Free School is a free s primary school in Hatfield, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 418 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

418

Pupils

420

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Hatfield Community Free School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Hatfield Community Free 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: 100% 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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Hatfield Community Free School — School Information

Full address
Briars Lane, Hatfield, AL10 8ES
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Free schools
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
22.5% of pupils
DfE URN
138201

Other Primary Schools in Hatfield

If Hatfield Community Free School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Hatfield are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hatfield Community Free School

Is Hatfield Community Free School oversubscribed?

Hatfield Community Free School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (100% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Hatfield Community Free School?

Admission to Hatfield Community Free 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 Hatfield Community Free School cover?

Hatfield Community Free School is a primary school in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.