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Rainham Mark Grammar School Catchment Area

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

Rainham Mark Grammar School is a academy converter secondary school in Gillingham, Medway , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1551 pupils, and a capacity of 1242 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,551

Pupils

1,242

Capacity

125%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Rainham Mark Grammar School Catchment Area Information

Entry to Rainham Mark Grammar School is selective — applicants must pass the relevant admissions test. Among qualifying applicants, Medway may use distance or catchment area as a tiebreaker when the school is oversubscribed. Check the admissions policy for how the selection and distance criteria interact.

Currently oversubscribed: 1551 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1242 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The full admissions policy — including test registration dates, qualifying scores, and any distance criteria — is published by Medway before each admissions cycle. Verify your child's eligibility and your home address directly with the council.

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Rainham Mark Grammar School — School Information

Full address
Pump Lane, Rainham, Gillingham, ME8 7AJ
Local authority
Medway
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Selective
Free school meals
10.4% of pupils
DfE URN
136864

Other Secondary Schools in Gillingham

If Rainham Mark Grammar School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Gillingham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Rainham Mark Grammar School

Is Rainham Mark Grammar School oversubscribed?

Yes — Rainham Mark Grammar School currently has 1551 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1242 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Rainham Mark Grammar School?

Rainham Mark Grammar School is a selective school — admission requires passing the relevant admissions test. Medway publishes the full policy each year, including test dates, qualifying scores, and any distance tiebreaker.

What age range does Rainham Mark Grammar School cover?

Rainham Mark Grammar School is a secondary school in Gillingham, Medway, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Rainham Mark Grammar School?

Rainham Mark Grammar School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.