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Hitchin Boys' School Catchment Area

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

Hitchin Boys' School is a academy converter secondary school in Hitchin, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1357 pupils, and a capacity of 1400 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,357

Pupils

1,400

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2016

Hitchin Boys' School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hitchin Boys' School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Hertfordshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 97% 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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Hitchin Boys' School — School Information

Full address
Grammar School Walk, Hitchin, SG5 1JB
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Boys
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
7.5% of pupils
DfE URN
139154

Other Secondary Schools in Hitchin

If Hitchin Boys' School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Hitchin are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hitchin Boys' School

Is Hitchin Boys' School oversubscribed?

Hitchin Boys' School is operating close to its capacity of 1400 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Hitchin Boys' School?

Admission to Hitchin Boys' 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 Hitchin Boys' School cover?

Hitchin Boys' School is a secondary school in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Hitchin Boys' School?

Hitchin Boys' School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.