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Loose Primary School Catchment Area

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

Loose Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Maidstone, Kent , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 657 pupils, and a capacity of 654 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

657

Pupils

654

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Loose Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Loose Primary School 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: 657 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 654 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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Loose Primary School — School Information

Full address
Loose Road, Maidstone, ME15 9UW
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
8.4% of pupils
DfE URN
146143

Other Primary Schools in Maidstone

If Loose Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Maidstone are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Loose Primary School

Is Loose Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Loose Primary School currently has 657 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 654 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Loose Primary School?

Admission to Loose Primary School 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 Loose Primary School cover?

Loose Primary School is a primary school in Maidstone, 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 Loose Primary School?

Loose Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.