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Markyate Village School and Nursery Catchment Area

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

Markyate Village School and Nursery is a community primary school in St Albans, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 220 pupils, and a capacity of 236 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

220

Pupils

236

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Markyate Village School and Nursery Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Markyate Village School and Nursery is set by Hertfordshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 93% 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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Markyate Village School and Nursery — School Information

Full address
Cavendish Road, Markyate, St Albans, AL3 8PT
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
11.8% of pupils
DfE URN
117127

Other Primary Schools in St Albans

If Markyate Village School and Nursery is oversubscribed, these primary schools in St Albans are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Markyate Village School and Nursery

Is Markyate Village School and Nursery oversubscribed?

Markyate Village School and Nursery is operating close to its capacity of 236 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Markyate Village School and Nursery?

Admission to Markyate Village School and Nursery 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 Markyate Village School and Nursery cover?

Markyate Village School and Nursery is a primary school in St Albans, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.