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Hillview School for Girls Catchment Area

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

Hillview School for Girls is a academy converter secondary school in Tonbridge, Kent , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1544 pupils, and a capacity of 1340 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,544

Pupils

1,340

Capacity

115%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Hillview School for Girls Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hillview School for Girls sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Kent. 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: 1544 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1340 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 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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Hillview School for Girls — School Information

Full address
Brionne Gardens, Tonbridge, TN9 2HE
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Gender
Girls
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
15.7% of pupils
DfE URN
137104

Other Secondary Schools in Tonbridge

If Hillview School for Girls is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Tonbridge are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hillview School for Girls

Is Hillview School for Girls oversubscribed?

Yes — Hillview School for Girls currently has 1544 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1340 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Hillview School for Girls?

Admission to Hillview School for Girls 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 Hillview School for Girls cover?

Hillview School for Girls is a secondary school in Tonbridge, Kent, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Hillview School for Girls?

Hillview School for Girls was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.