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Kennet School Catchment Area

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

Kennet School is a academy converter secondary school in Thatcham, West Berkshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1814 pupils, and a capacity of 1881 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,814

Pupils

1,881

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Kennet School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Kennet School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with West Berkshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 96% 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 West Berkshire 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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Kennet School — School Information

Full address
Stoney Lane, Thatcham, RG19 4LL
Local authority
West Berkshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
17% of pupils
DfE URN
136647

Frequently Asked Questions — Kennet School

Is Kennet School oversubscribed?

Kennet School is operating close to its capacity of 1881 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Kennet School?

Admission to Kennet School is managed by West Berkshire. 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 Kennet School cover?

Kennet School is a secondary school in Thatcham, West Berkshire, 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 Kennet School?

Kennet School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.