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St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin Catchment Area

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

St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin is a voluntary aided primary school in Hitchin, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 253 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

253

Pupils

210

Capacity

120%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2018

St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin is managed by Hertfordshire and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 253 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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St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin — School Information

Full address
Benslow Lane, Hitchin, SG4 9RD
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
8% of pupils
DfE URN
117467

Other Primary Schools in Hitchin

If St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Hitchin are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin

Is St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin oversubscribed?

Yes — St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin currently has 253 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin?

St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Hertfordshire before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin cover?

St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin is a primary school in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin?

St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.