Skip to content
A free, independent guide for parents — updated each admissions cycle. 26,506 schools · England & Wales
catchment.school

The Nobel School Catchment Area

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

The Nobel School is a foundation secondary school in Stevenage, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1490 pupils, and a capacity of 1526 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,490

Pupils

1,526

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

The Nobel School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at The Nobel School are allocated by Hertfordshire using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

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.

Find Hertfordshire catchment area documents →

The Nobel School — School Information

Full address
Mobbsbury Way, Stevenage, SG2 0HS
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
19.5% of pupils
DfE URN
117530

Other Secondary Schools in Stevenage

If The Nobel School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Stevenage are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Nobel School

Is The Nobel School oversubscribed?

The Nobel School is operating close to its capacity of 1526 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 Nobel School?

Admission to The Nobel 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 Nobel School cover?

The Nobel School is a secondary school in Stevenage, 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 Nobel School?

The Nobel School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.