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New Horizons Children's Academy Catchment Area

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

New Horizons Children's Academy is a academy sponsor led primary school in Chatham, Medway , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 631 pupils, and a capacity of 630 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

631

Pupils

630

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

New Horizons Children's Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, New Horizons Children's Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Medway. 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: 631 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 630 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 Medway 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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New Horizons Children's Academy — School Information

Full address
Park Crescent, Chatham, ME4 6NR
Local authority
Medway
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
20.8% of pupils
DfE URN
140215

Other Primary Schools in Chatham

If New Horizons Children's Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Chatham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — New Horizons Children's Academy

Is New Horizons Children's Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — New Horizons Children's Academy currently has 631 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 630 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for New Horizons Children's Academy?

Admission to New Horizons Children's Academy is managed by Medway. 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 New Horizons Children's Academy cover?

New Horizons Children's Academy is a primary school in Chatham, Medway, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for New Horizons Children's Academy?

New Horizons Children's Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.