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Hilltop Primary School Catchment Area

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

Hilltop Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Rochester, Medway , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 456 pupils, and a capacity of 448 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

456

Pupils

448

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2016

Hilltop Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hilltop Primary 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: 456 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 448 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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Hilltop Primary School — School Information

Full address
Hilltop Road, Frindsbury, Rochester, ME2 4QN
Local authority
Medway
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
18.5% of pupils
DfE URN
145440

Other Primary Schools in Rochester

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Hilltop Primary School

Is Hilltop Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Hilltop Primary School currently has 456 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 448 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Hilltop Primary School?

Admission to Hilltop Primary 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 Hilltop Primary School cover?

Hilltop Primary School 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 Hilltop Primary School?

Hilltop Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.