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Pinewood School Catchment Area

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

Pinewood School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Ware, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 209 pupils, and a capacity of 192 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

209

Pupils

192

Capacity

109%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2024

Pinewood School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Pinewood 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 209 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 192 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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Pinewood School — School Information

Full address
Hoe Lane, Ware, SG12 9PB
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11–16 years
Free school meals
46.6% of pupils
DfE URN
141251

Other Not applicable Schools in Ware

If Pinewood School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Ware are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Pinewood School

Is Pinewood School oversubscribed?

Yes — Pinewood School currently has 209 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 192 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Pinewood School?

Admission to Pinewood 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 Pinewood School cover?

Pinewood School is a not applicable school in Ware, 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 Pinewood School?

Pinewood School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.