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Townsend Church of England School Catchment Area

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

Townsend Church of England School is a voluntary aided secondary school in St Albans, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 756 pupils, and a capacity of 853 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–18

Age range

756

Pupils

853

Capacity

89%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Townsend Church of England School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Townsend Church of England School 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 →

Townsend Church of England School — School Information

Full address
High Oaks, St Albans, AL3 6DR
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Religious character
Church of England
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
24.4% of pupils
DfE URN
117555

Other Secondary Schools in St Albans

If Townsend Church of England School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in St Albans are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Townsend Church of England School

Is Townsend Church of England School oversubscribed?

Townsend Church of England School has a capacity of 853 places and currently has 756 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Hertfordshire.

What is the admissions policy for Townsend Church of England School?

Townsend Church of England School 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 Townsend Church of England School cover?

Townsend Church of England School is a secondary school in St Albans, 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 Townsend Church of England School?

Townsend Church of England School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.