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Danecourt School Catchment Area

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

Danecourt School is a academy special converter not applicable school in Gillingham, Medway , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 257 pupils, and a capacity of 233 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

257

Pupils

233

Capacity

110%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Danecourt School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Danecourt 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 257 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 233 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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Danecourt School — School Information

Full address
Hotel Road, Gillingham, ME8 6AA
Local authority
Medway
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
53.3% of pupils
DfE URN
142266

Other Not applicable Schools in Gillingham

If Danecourt School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Gillingham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Danecourt School

Is Danecourt School oversubscribed?

Yes — Danecourt School currently has 257 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 233 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Danecourt School?

Admission to Danecourt 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 Danecourt School cover?

Danecourt School is a not applicable 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.

What is the Ofsted rating for Danecourt School?

Danecourt School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.