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Knightsfield School Catchment Area

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

Knightsfield School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 9–18, with 73 pupils, and a capacity of 60 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

9–18

Age range

73

Pupils

60

Capacity

122%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2015

Knightsfield School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Knightsfield 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 73 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 60 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 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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Knightsfield School — School Information

Full address
Knightsfield, Welwyn Garden City, AL8 7LW
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
9–18 years
Free school meals
24.2% of pupils
DfE URN
138485

Other Not applicable Schools in Welwyn Garden City

If Knightsfield School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Welwyn Garden City are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Knightsfield School

Is Knightsfield School oversubscribed?

Yes — Knightsfield School currently has 73 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 60 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Knightsfield School?

Admission to Knightsfield 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 Knightsfield School cover?

Knightsfield School is a not applicable school in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 9–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Knightsfield School?

Knightsfield School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.