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Heron Primary School Catchment Area

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

Heron Primary School is a foundation primary school in Gloucester, Gloucestershire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 399 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

399

Pupils

420

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Heron Primary School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 95% 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 Gloucestershire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Gloucestershire catchment area documents →

Heron Primary School — School Information

Full address
Heron Way, Abbeydale, Gloucester, GL4 4BN
Local authority
Gloucestershire
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
15.3% of pupils
DfE URN
115749

Other Primary Schools in Gloucester

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Heron Primary School

Is Heron Primary School oversubscribed?

Heron Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Heron Primary School?

Admission to Heron Primary School is managed by Gloucestershire. 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 Heron Primary School cover?

Heron Primary School is a primary school in Gloucester, Gloucestershire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.