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Oakfield Primary Academy Catchment Area

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

Oakfield Primary Academy is a academy converter primary school in Dartford, Kent , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 721 pupils, and a capacity of 630 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

721

Pupils

630

Capacity

114%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2021

Oakfield Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Oakfield Primary 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 721 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 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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Oakfield Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Oakfield Lane, Dartford, DA1 2SW
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
29.5% of pupils
DfE URN
143218

Other Primary Schools in Dartford

If Oakfield Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Dartford are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Oakfield Primary Academy

Is Oakfield Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Oakfield Primary Academy currently has 721 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 630 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Oakfield Primary Academy?

Admission to Oakfield Primary 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 Oakfield Primary Academy cover?

Oakfield Primary Academy is a primary school in Dartford, Kent, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Oakfield Primary Academy?

Oakfield Primary Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2021. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.