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Minterne Junior School Catchment Area

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

Minterne Junior School is a academy converter primary school in Sittingbourne, Kent , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 388 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

7–11

Age range

388

Pupils

360

Capacity

108%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Minterne Junior School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Minterne Junior 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: 388 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 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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Minterne Junior School — School Information

Full address
Minterne Avenue, Sittingbourne, ME10 1SB
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
18.8% of pupils
DfE URN
144869

Other Primary Schools in Sittingbourne

If Minterne Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Sittingbourne are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Minterne Junior School

Is Minterne Junior School oversubscribed?

Yes — Minterne Junior School currently has 388 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Minterne Junior School?

Admission to Minterne Junior 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 Minterne Junior School cover?

Minterne Junior School is a primary school in Sittingbourne, Kent, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Minterne Junior School?

Minterne Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.