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Herne Bay Infant School Catchment Area

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

Herne Bay Infant School is a community primary school in Herne Bay, Kent , serving pupils aged 3–7, with 276 pupils, and a capacity of 290 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–7

Age range

276

Pupils

290

Capacity

95%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Herne Bay Infant School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Herne Bay Infant 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: 95% 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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Herne Bay Infant School — School Information

Full address
Stanley Road, Herne Bay, CT6 5SH
Local authority
Kent
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–7 years
Free school meals
38% of pupils
DfE URN
118359

Other Primary Schools in Herne Bay

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Herne Bay Infant School

Is Herne Bay Infant School oversubscribed?

Herne Bay Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 290 places (95% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Herne Bay Infant School?

Admission to Herne Bay Infant 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 Herne Bay Infant School cover?

Herne Bay Infant School is a primary school in Herne Bay, Kent, serving pupils aged 3–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Herne Bay Infant School?

Herne Bay Infant School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.