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Cedar Children's Academy Catchment Area

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

Cedar Children's Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Rochester, Medway , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 652 pupils, and a capacity of 630 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

652

Pupils

630

Capacity

103%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Cedar Children's Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Cedar Children's Academy 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 652 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 630 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 Medway 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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Cedar Children's Academy — School Information

Full address
Cedar Road, Strood, Rochester, ME2 2JP
Local authority
Medway
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
27.1% of pupils
DfE URN
142817

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Frequently Asked Questions — Cedar Children's Academy

Is Cedar Children's Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Cedar Children's Academy currently has 652 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 630 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Cedar Children's Academy?

Admission to Cedar Children's Academy 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 Cedar Children's Academy cover?

Cedar Children's Academy is a primary school in Rochester, Medway, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Cedar Children's Academy?

Cedar Children's Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.