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Hempstead Infant School Catchment Area

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

Hempstead Infant School is a community primary school in Gillingham, Medway , serving pupils aged 4–7, with 254 pupils, and a capacity of 270 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–7

Age range

254

Pupils

270

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Hempstead Infant School Catchment Area Information

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

Operating near capacity: 94% 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 →

Hempstead Infant School — School Information

Full address
Hempstead Road, Hempstead, Gillingham, ME7 3QG
Local authority
Medway
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–7 years
Free school meals
8.3% of pupils
DfE URN
118555

Other Primary Schools in Gillingham

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Hempstead Infant School

Is Hempstead Infant School oversubscribed?

Hempstead Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 270 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Hempstead Infant School?

Admission to Hempstead Infant 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 Hempstead Infant School cover?

Hempstead Infant School is a primary school in Gillingham, Medway, serving pupils aged 4–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Hempstead Infant School?

Hempstead Infant School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.