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Sandringham School Catchment Area

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

Sandringham School is a academy converter secondary school in St Albans, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1817 pupils, and a capacity of 1278 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,817

Pupils

1,278

Capacity

142%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

Sandringham School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Sandringham 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: 1817 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1278 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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Sandringham School — School Information

Full address
The Ridgeway, St Albans, AL4 9NX
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
7.6% of pupils
DfE URN
136609

Other Secondary Schools in St Albans

If Sandringham School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in St Albans are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Sandringham School

Is Sandringham School oversubscribed?

Yes — Sandringham School currently has 1817 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1278 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Sandringham School?

Admission to Sandringham 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 Sandringham School cover?

Sandringham School is a secondary school in St Albans, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Sandringham School?

Sandringham School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.