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Wheatfields Infants' and Nursery School Catchment Area

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

Wheatfields Infants' and Nursery School is a academy converter primary school in St. Albans, Hertfordshire , serving pupils aged 3–7, with 282 pupils, and a capacity of 240 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–7

Age range

282

Pupils

240

Capacity

118%

Fill rate

Wheatfields Infants' and Nursery School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Wheatfields Infants' and Nursery School 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: 282 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 240 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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Wheatfields Infants' and Nursery School — School Information

Full address
Downes Road, St. Albans, AL4 9NT
Local authority
Hertfordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–7 years
Free school meals
3.4% of pupils
DfE URN
146893

Other Primary Schools in St. Albans

If Wheatfields Infants' and Nursery School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in St. Albans are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Wheatfields Infants' and Nursery School

Is Wheatfields Infants' and Nursery School oversubscribed?

Yes — Wheatfields Infants' and Nursery School currently has 282 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 240 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Wheatfields Infants' and Nursery School?

Admission to Wheatfields Infants' 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 Wheatfields Infants' and Nursery School cover?

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