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Hereward Primary School Catchment Area

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

Hereward Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Loughton, Essex , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 449 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

449

Pupils

420

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Hereward Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hereward Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Essex. 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: 449 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 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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Hereward Primary School — School Information

Full address
Colebrook Lane, Loughton, IG10 2HR
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
12% of pupils
DfE URN
145990

Other Primary Schools in Loughton

If Hereward Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Loughton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hereward Primary School

Is Hereward Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Hereward Primary School currently has 449 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Hereward Primary School?

Admission to Hereward Primary 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 Hereward Primary School cover?

Hereward Primary School is a primary school in Loughton, Essex, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Hereward Primary School?

Hereward Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.