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Hazelmere Junior School Catchment Area

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

Hazelmere Junior School is a community primary school in Colchester, Essex , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 231 pupils, and a capacity of 240 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

231

Pupils

240

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Hazelmere Junior School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Hazelmere Junior School is set by Essex and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 96% 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 Essex 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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Hazelmere Junior School — School Information

Full address
Hawthorn Avenue, Colchester, CO4 3JP
Local authority
Essex
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
45.5% of pupils
DfE URN
114745

Other Primary Schools in Colchester

If Hazelmere Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Colchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hazelmere Junior School

Is Hazelmere Junior School oversubscribed?

Hazelmere Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 240 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Hazelmere Junior School?

Admission to Hazelmere Junior School is managed by Essex. 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 Hazelmere Junior School cover?

Hazelmere Junior School is a primary school in Colchester, Essex, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Hazelmere Junior School?

Hazelmere Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.