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The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College Catchment Area

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

The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College is a academy converter secondary school in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1450 pupils, and a capacity of 1360 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,450

Pupils

1,360

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Hertfordshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 1450 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1360 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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The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College — School Information

Full address
Warwick Road, Bishop's Stortford, CM23 5NJ
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Girls
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
5.2% of pupils
DfE URN
140786

Other Secondary Schools in Bishop's Stortford

If The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bishop's Stortford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College

Is The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College oversubscribed?

Yes — The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College currently has 1450 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1360 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College?

Admission to The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College 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 Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College cover?

The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College is a secondary school in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College?

The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.