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Roebuck Academy Catchment Area

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

Roebuck Academy is a academy converter primary school in Stevenage, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 452 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

452

Pupils

420

Capacity

108%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Roebuck Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Roebuck Academy 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: 452 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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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Roebuck Academy — School Information

Full address
St Margarets, Stevenage, SG2 8RG
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
22.9% of pupils
DfE URN
144419

Other Primary Schools in Stevenage

If Roebuck Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Stevenage are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Roebuck Academy

Is Roebuck Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Roebuck Academy currently has 452 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Roebuck Academy?

Admission to Roebuck Academy 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 Roebuck Academy cover?

Roebuck Academy is a primary school in Stevenage, 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 Roebuck Academy?

Roebuck Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.