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Parkgate Junior School Catchment Area

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

Parkgate Junior School is a community primary school in Watford, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 238 pupils, and a capacity of 240 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

238

Pupils

240

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2018

Parkgate Junior School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Parkgate Junior School 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: 99% 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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Parkgate Junior School — School Information

Full address
Southwold Road, Watford, WD24 7DN
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
13.9% of pupils
DfE URN
117162

Other Primary Schools in Watford

If Parkgate Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Watford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Parkgate Junior School

Is Parkgate Junior School oversubscribed?

Parkgate Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 240 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Parkgate Junior School?

Admission to Parkgate Junior 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 Parkgate Junior School cover?

Parkgate Junior School is a primary school in Watford, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Parkgate Junior School?

Parkgate Junior School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.