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Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Waltham Abbey, Essex , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 594 pupils, and a capacity of 630 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

594

Pupils

630

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Essex. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 94% 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 Essex 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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Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Quendon Drive, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1LG
Local authority
Essex
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
27.8% of pupils
DfE URN
147265

Other Primary Schools in Waltham Abbey

If Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Waltham Abbey are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy

Is Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy is operating close to its capacity of 630 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy?

Admission to Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy is managed by Essex. 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 Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy cover?

Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy is a primary school in Waltham Abbey, Essex, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy?

Waltham Holy Cross Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.