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Skyswood Primary & Nursery School Catchment Area

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

Skyswood Primary & Nursery School is a academy converter primary school in St Albans, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 238 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

238

Pupils

210

Capacity

113%

Fill rate

Skyswood Primary & Nursery School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Skyswood Primary & Nursery 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: 238 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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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Skyswood Primary & Nursery School — School Information

Full address
Chandlers Road, St Albans, AL4 9RS
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
0.9% of pupils
DfE URN
148875

Other Primary Schools in St Albans

If Skyswood Primary & Nursery School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in St Albans are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Skyswood Primary & Nursery School

Is Skyswood Primary & Nursery School oversubscribed?

Yes — Skyswood Primary & Nursery School currently has 238 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Skyswood Primary & Nursery School?

Admission to Skyswood Primary & Nursery 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 Skyswood Primary & Nursery School cover?

Skyswood Primary & Nursery School is a primary school in St Albans, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.