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Knole Academy Catchment Area

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

Knole Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Sevenoaks, Kent , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 1410 pupils, and a capacity of 1550 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–19

Age range

1,410

Pupils

1,550

Capacity

91%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Knole Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Knole 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.

Operating near capacity: 91% 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 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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Knole Academy — School Information

Full address
Knole Academy, Bradbourne Vale Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 3LE
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
21.2% of pupils
DfE URN
136128

Other Secondary Schools in Sevenoaks

If Knole Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Sevenoaks are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Knole Academy

Is Knole Academy oversubscribed?

Knole Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1550 places (91% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Knole Academy?

Admission to Knole 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 Knole Academy cover?

Knole Academy is a secondary school in Sevenoaks, Kent, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Knole Academy?

Knole Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.