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Kemsley Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Kemsley Primary Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Sittingbourne, Kent , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 225 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

225

Pupils

210

Capacity

107%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2015

Kemsley Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Kemsley Primary Academy 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: 225 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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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Kemsley Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Coldharbour Lane, Kemsley, Sittingbourne, ME10 2RP
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
37% of pupils
DfE URN
139396

Other Primary Schools in Sittingbourne

If Kemsley Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Sittingbourne are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Kemsley Primary Academy

Is Kemsley Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Kemsley Primary Academy currently has 225 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Kemsley Primary Academy?

Admission to Kemsley Primary Academy 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 Kemsley Primary Academy cover?

Kemsley Primary Academy is a primary school in Sittingbourne, Kent, 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 Kemsley Primary Academy?

Kemsley Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.