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St Meryl School Catchment Area

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

St Meryl School is a community primary school in Watford, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 227 pupils, and a capacity of 240 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

227

Pupils

240

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

St Meryl School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for St Meryl 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: 95% 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 →

St Meryl School — School Information

Full address
The Mead, Carpenders Park, Watford, WD19 5BT
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
11.4% of pupils
DfE URN
117166

Other Primary Schools in Watford

If St Meryl School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Watford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Meryl School

Is St Meryl School oversubscribed?

St Meryl School is operating close to its capacity of 240 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for St Meryl School?

Admission to St Meryl 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 St Meryl School cover?

St Meryl School is a primary school in Watford, 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 St Meryl School?

St Meryl School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.