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Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School Catchment Area

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

Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School is a community primary school in Hitchin, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 434 pupils, and a capacity of 450 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

434

Pupils

450

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Highover Junior Mixed and Infant 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: 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 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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Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School — School Information

Full address
Cambridge Road, Hitchin, SG4 0JP
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
7% of pupils
DfE URN
117115

Other Primary Schools in Hitchin

If Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Hitchin are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School

Is Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School oversubscribed?

Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 450 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School?

Admission to Highover Junior Mixed and Infant 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 Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School cover?

Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School is a primary school in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.