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Barming Primary School Catchment Area

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

Barming Primary School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Maidstone, Kent , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 490 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

490

Pupils

420

Capacity

117%

Fill rate

Barming Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Barming Primary 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 490 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 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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Barming Primary School — School Information

Full address
Belmont Close, Barming, Maidstone, ME16 9DY
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
26.4% of pupils
DfE URN
142924

Other Primary Schools in Maidstone

If Barming Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Maidstone are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Barming Primary School

Is Barming Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Barming Primary School currently has 490 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Barming Primary School?

Admission to Barming Primary 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 Barming Primary School cover?

Barming Primary School is a primary school in Maidstone, Kent, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.