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Meryfield Primary School Catchment Area

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

Meryfield Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 435 pupils, and a capacity of 480 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

435

Pupils

480

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2011

Meryfield Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Meryfield Primary 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.

Operating near capacity: 91% 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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Meryfield Primary School — School Information

Full address
Theobald Street, Borehamwood, WD6 4PA
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
23.4% of pupils
DfE URN
145351

Other Primary Schools in Borehamwood

If Meryfield Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Borehamwood are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Meryfield Primary School

Is Meryfield Primary School oversubscribed?

Meryfield Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 480 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Meryfield Primary School?

Admission to Meryfield Primary 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 Meryfield Primary School cover?

Meryfield Primary School is a primary school in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Meryfield Primary School?

Meryfield Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2011. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.