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Links Academy Catchment Area

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

Links Academy is a academy alternative provision converter not applicable school in St Albans, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 10 pupils, and a capacity of 40 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby not applicable schools below.

11–16

Age range

10

Pupils

40

Capacity

25%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Links Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Links Academy 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.

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.

Find Hertfordshire catchment area documents →

Links Academy — School Information

Full address
1 Hixberry Lane, St Albans, AL4 0TZ
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy alternative provision converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
60% of pupils
DfE URN
139197

Other Not applicable Schools in St Albans

If Links Academy is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in St Albans are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Links Academy

Is Links Academy oversubscribed?

Links Academy has a capacity of 40 places and currently has 10 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Hertfordshire.

What is the admissions policy for Links Academy?

Admission to Links Academy 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 Links Academy cover?

Links Academy is a not applicable school in St Albans, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Links Academy?

Links Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.