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Preston Primary School Catchment Area

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

Preston Primary School is a community primary school in Canterbury, Kent , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 122 pupils, and a capacity of 133 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

122

Pupils

133

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Preston Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Preston Primary School is set by Kent and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 92% 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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Preston Primary School — School Information

Full address
Mill Lane, Preston, Canterbury, CT3 1HB
Local authority
Kent
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
11.5% of pupils
DfE URN
118401

Other Primary Schools in Canterbury

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Preston Primary School

Is Preston Primary School oversubscribed?

Preston Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 133 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Preston Primary School?

Admission to Preston 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 Preston Primary School cover?

Preston Primary School is a primary school in Canterbury, Kent, 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 Preston Primary School?

Preston Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.