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Hawkinge Primary School Catchment Area

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

Hawkinge Primary School is a foundation primary school in Folkestone, Kent , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 389 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

389

Pupils

420

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2019

Hawkinge Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Hawkinge Primary School is set by Kent and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 93% 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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Hawkinge Primary School — School Information

Full address
Canterbury Road, Hawkinge, Folkestone, CT18 7BN
Local authority
Kent
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
18.8% of pupils
DfE URN
118385

Other Primary Schools in Folkestone

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Hawkinge Primary School

Is Hawkinge Primary School oversubscribed?

Hawkinge Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 420 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Hawkinge Primary School?

Admission to Hawkinge 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 Hawkinge Primary School cover?

Hawkinge Primary School is a primary school in Folkestone, Kent, 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 Hawkinge Primary School?

Hawkinge Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.