Purwell Primary School Catchment Area
Purwell Primary School is a community primary school in Hitchin, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 163 pupils, and a capacity of 243 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.
3–11
Age range
163
Pupils
243
Capacity
67%
Fill rate
Purwell Primary School Catchment Area Information
The catchment area for Purwell Primary 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.
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.
Find Hertfordshire catchment area documents →Purwell Primary School — School Information
- Full address
- Fairfield Way, Hitchin, SG4 0PU
- Local authority
- Hertfordshire
- School type
- Community school
- Phase of education
- Primary
- Age range
- 3–11 years
- Free school meals
- 34.2% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 117224
Other Primary Schools in Hitchin
If Purwell Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Hitchin are the next closest alternatives.
Shillington Lower School Catchment Area
Community school · SG5 3NX
Roecroft Lower School Catchment Area
Community school · SG5 4PF
Highbury Infant School and Nursery Catchment Area
Community school · SG4 9AG
Strathmore Infant and Nursery School Catchment Area
Community school · SG5 1XR
Highover Junior Mixed and Infant School Catchment Area
Community school · SG4 0JP
Kimpton Primary School Catchment Area
Community school · SG4 8RB
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Frequently Asked Questions — Purwell Primary School
Is Purwell Primary School oversubscribed? ▾
Purwell Primary School has a capacity of 243 places and currently has 163 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Hertfordshire.
What is the admissions policy for Purwell Primary School? ▾
Admission to Purwell 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 Purwell Primary School cover? ▾
Purwell Primary School is a primary school in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.