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South Hill Primary School Catchment Area

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

South Hill Primary School is a community primary school in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 417 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–11

Age range

417

Pupils

420

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

South Hill Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for South Hill 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.

Operating near capacity: 99% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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 →

South Hill Primary School — School Information

Full address
Heath Lane, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1TT
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Free school meals
24.9% of pupils
DfE URN
117110

Other Primary Schools in Hemel Hempstead

If South Hill Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Hemel Hempstead are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — South Hill Primary School

Is South Hill Primary School oversubscribed?

South Hill Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for South Hill Primary School?

Admission to South Hill 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 South Hill Primary School cover?

South Hill Primary School is a primary school in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for South Hill Primary School?

South Hill Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.