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Katherine Semar Infant School Catchment Area

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

Katherine Semar Infant School is a academy converter primary school in Saffron Walden, Essex , serving pupils aged 4–7, with 180 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–7

Age range

180

Pupils

180

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Katherine Semar Infant School Catchment Area Information

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

Currently oversubscribed: 180 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 180 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Essex 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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Katherine Semar Infant School — School Information

Full address
Ross Close, Saffron Walden, CB11 4DU
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–7 years
Free school meals
10.6% of pupils
DfE URN
141574

Other Primary Schools in Saffron Walden

If Katherine Semar Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Saffron Walden are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Katherine Semar Infant School

Is Katherine Semar Infant School oversubscribed?

Yes — Katherine Semar Infant School currently has 180 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 180 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Katherine Semar Infant School?

Admission to Katherine Semar Infant School is managed by Essex. 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 Katherine Semar Infant School cover?

Katherine Semar Infant School is a primary school in Saffron Walden, Essex, serving pupils aged 4–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.