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Palm Bay Primary School Catchment Area

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

Palm Bay Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Margate, Kent , serving pupils aged 5–11, with 414 pupils, and a capacity of 428 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–11

Age range

414

Pupils

428

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Palm Bay Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Palm Bay 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.

Operating near capacity: 97% 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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Palm Bay Primary School — School Information

Full address
Palm Bay Avenue, Cliftonville, Margate, CT9 3PP
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–11 years
Free school meals
29.5% of pupils
DfE URN
148992

Other Primary Schools in Margate

If Palm Bay Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Margate are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Palm Bay Primary School

Is Palm Bay Primary School oversubscribed?

Palm Bay Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 428 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Palm Bay Primary School?

Admission to Palm Bay 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 Palm Bay Primary School cover?

Palm Bay Primary School is a primary school in Margate, Kent, serving pupils aged 5–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.