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The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans Catchment Area

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

The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans is a voluntary aided primary school in St Albans, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 177 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

4–11

Age range

177

Pupils

210

Capacity

84%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans Catchment Area Information

Admission to The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans 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.

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 →

The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans — School Information

Full address
Grove Road, St Albans, AL1 1DQ
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
4% of pupils
DfE URN
117449

Other Primary Schools in St Albans

If The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans is oversubscribed, these primary schools in St Albans are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans

Is The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans oversubscribed?

The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans has a capacity of 210 places and currently has 177 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Hertfordshire.

What is the admissions policy for The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans?

The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans 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 The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans cover?

The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans is a primary school in St Albans, 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 The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans?

The Abbey Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, St Albans was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.