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Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the Marlborough Catchment Area

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

Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the Marlborough is a academy converter primary school in Rochester, Medway , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 548 pupils, and a capacity of 525 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

548

Pupils

525

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the Marlborough Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the Marlborough 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: 548 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 525 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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Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the Marlborough — School Information

Full address
Pottery Road, Hoo St Werburgh, Rochester, ME3 9BS
Local authority
Medway
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
23.4% of pupils
DfE URN
143262

Other Primary Schools in Rochester

If Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the Marlborough is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Rochester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the Marlborough

Is Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the Marlborough oversubscribed?

Yes — Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the Marlborough currently has 548 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 525 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the Marlborough?

Admission to Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the Marlborough 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 Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the Marlborough cover?

Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the Marlborough is a primary school in Rochester, Medway, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the Marlborough?

Hoo St Werburgh Primary School and the Marlborough was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.