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Amherst School Catchment Area

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

Amherst School is a academy converter primary school in Sevenoaks, Kent , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 376 pupils, and a capacity of 384 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

376

Pupils

384

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Amherst School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Amherst School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Kent. 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: 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 Kent 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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Amherst School — School Information

Full address
Witches Lane, Riverhead, Sevenoaks, TN13 2AX
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
7.7% of pupils
DfE URN
136499

Other Primary Schools in Sevenoaks

If Amherst School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Sevenoaks are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Amherst School

Is Amherst School oversubscribed?

Amherst School is operating close to its capacity of 384 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Amherst School?

Admission to Amherst School is managed by Kent. 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 Amherst School cover?

Amherst School is a primary school in Sevenoaks, Kent, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Amherst School?

Amherst School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.