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High Beeches Primary School Catchment Area

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

High Beeches Primary School is a community primary school in Harpenden, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 5–11, 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.

5–11

Age range

418

Pupils

420

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2017

High Beeches Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for High Beeches Primary 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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High Beeches Primary School — School Information

Full address
Aldwickbury Crescent, Harpenden, AL5 5SD
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Free school meals
4.3% of pupils
DfE URN
117342

Other Primary Schools in Harpenden

If High Beeches Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Harpenden are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — High Beeches Primary School

Is High Beeches Primary School oversubscribed?

High Beeches Primary 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 High Beeches Primary School?

Admission to High Beeches Primary 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 High Beeches Primary School cover?

High Beeches Primary School is a primary school in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for High Beeches Primary School?

High Beeches Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.