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John F Kennedy Catholic School

John F Kennedy Catholic School is a academy Roman Catholic secondary school located in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, serving pupils ages 11 to 18. The school has 1078 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1243, operating at 87% capacity. The school has 13.90% of pupils eligible for free school meals. Ofsted inspection data is not currently available for John F Kennedy Catholic School — visit the Ofsted website to check for the latest inspection report. Use our free catchment tool below to check whether any property falls within John F Kennedy Catholic School's admissions distance.

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Ages 11-18Age range
SecondarySchool phase
87%Capacity used (1078 of 1243 pupils)
13.90%Free school meals eligible

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School catchment distances are not always measured from the school's postcode or map pin. Some schools measure from the school gates, others from the main entrance, a specific published measuring point, or the centre of the school building. Always check John F Kennedy Catholic School's published admissions policy or contact Hertfordshire Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School nameJohn F Kennedy Catholic School
URN149743
AddressHollybush Lane, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP1 2PH
Telephone01442266150
HeadteacherPaul Neves (Headteacher)
School typeAcademy converter
PhaseSecondary
Age rangeAges 11-18
GenderMixed
Religious characterRoman Catholic
Admissions policyNon-selective
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
Approx. coordinates51.758874, -0.498746 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

📌 How places are allocated at this school

This is a Roman Catholic school. Faith schools typically use faith criteria alongside or instead of distance when allocating places. Always check the school's own admissions policy — distance alone may not determine your child's chance of a place.

Key Information for Parents

📍 How to use our catchment tool

Click "Open Catchment Tool" above, add this school by searching for its name or postcode, enter the catchment distance from the school's admissions policy, then check any address to see if it falls inside or outside catchment.

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The official admissions policy for John F Kennedy Catholic School will be published on the school's website or on the Hertfordshire Council website. Search for "John F Kennedy Catholic School admissions policy" to find the current year's document.

✝️ Faith School

This school has a Roman Catholic religious character. Faith criteria typically apply alongside distance. Check the school's admissions policy carefully.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

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📋 Ofsted Inspection

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for John F Kennedy Catholic School?

Use our free catchment tool above. Enter the school's name or postcode to plot it on the map, add the catchment radius from the school's admissions policy, then use "Check Address" to test any postcode or address. Always verify the exact measuring point with Hertfordshire Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for John F Kennedy Catholic School?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, Hertfordshire Council publishes annual admissions statistics including the furthest distance offered at each school. For academies and faith schools, check the school's own website.

Is the catchment area for John F Kennedy Catholic School the same every year?

No — catchment distances change year on year depending on how many children apply and how many places are available. Always use the most recent admissions data from the school or local authority.

What is the URN for John F Kennedy Catholic School?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for John F Kennedy Catholic School is 149743. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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