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Loreto College Catchment Area

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

Loreto College is a academy converter secondary school in St Albans, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 930 pupils, and a capacity of 927 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

930

Pupils

927

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Loreto College Catchment Area Information

Admission to Loreto College is managed by Hertfordshire and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 930 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 927 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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Loreto College — School Information

Full address
Hatfield Road, St Albans, AL1 3RQ
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Girls
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
14.1% of pupils
DfE URN
138106

Other Secondary Schools in St Albans

If Loreto College is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in St Albans are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Loreto College

Is Loreto College oversubscribed?

Yes — Loreto College currently has 930 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 927 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Loreto College?

Loreto College uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Hertfordshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does Loreto College cover?

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