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Herne Junior School Catchment Area

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

Herne Junior School is a community primary school in Petersfield, Hampshire , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 462 pupils, and a capacity of 480 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

462

Pupils

480

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Herne Junior School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Herne Junior School is set by Hampshire 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 Hampshire 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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Herne Junior School — School Information

Full address
Love Lane, Petersfield, GU31 4BP
Local authority
Hampshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
18.6% of pupils
DfE URN
115940

Other Primary Schools in Petersfield

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Herne Junior School

Is Herne Junior School oversubscribed?

Herne Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 480 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Herne Junior School?

Admission to Herne Junior School is managed by Hampshire. 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 Herne Junior School cover?

Herne Junior School is a primary school in Petersfield, Hampshire, 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 Herne Junior School?

Herne Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.