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Byron Primary School Catchment Area

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

Byron Primary School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Gillingham, Medway , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 521 pupils, and a capacity of 525 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

521

Pupils

525

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Byron Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Byron Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Medway. 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: 99% 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 Medway before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Medway catchment area documents →

Byron Primary School — School Information

Full address
Byron Road, Gillingham, ME7 5XX
Local authority
Medway
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
30.9% of pupils
DfE URN
142399

Other Primary Schools in Gillingham

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Byron Primary School

Is Byron Primary School oversubscribed?

Byron Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 525 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Byron Primary School?

Admission to Byron Primary School is managed by Medway. 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 Byron Primary School cover?

Byron Primary School is a primary school in Gillingham, Medway, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.