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The Grove Infant and Nursery School Catchment Area

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

The Grove Infant and Nursery School is a community primary school in Harpenden, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 3–7, with 265 pupils, and a capacity of 270 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–7

Age range

265

Pupils

270

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

The Grove Infant and Nursery School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for The Grove Infant and Nursery 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: 98% 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.

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The Grove Infant and Nursery School — School Information

Full address
Dark Lane, Harpenden, AL5 1QD
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–7 years
Free school meals
2.4% of pupils
DfE URN
117281

Other Primary Schools in Harpenden

If The Grove Infant and Nursery School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Harpenden are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Grove Infant and Nursery School

Is The Grove Infant and Nursery School oversubscribed?

The Grove Infant and Nursery School is operating close to its capacity of 270 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Grove Infant and Nursery School?

Admission to The Grove Infant and 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 The Grove Infant and Nursery School cover?

The Grove Infant and Nursery School is a primary school in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 3–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Grove Infant and Nursery School?

The Grove Infant and Nursery School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.