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Ryarsh Primary School Catchment Area

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

Ryarsh Primary School is a community primary school in West Malling, Kent , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 209 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–11

Age range

209

Pupils

210

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2024

Ryarsh Primary School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Ryarsh 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: 100% 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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Ryarsh Primary School — School Information

Full address
Birling Road, Ryarsh, West Malling, ME19 5LS
Local authority
Kent
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
11% of pupils
DfE URN
118310

Other Primary Schools in West Malling

If Ryarsh Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in West Malling are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ryarsh Primary School

Is Ryarsh Primary School oversubscribed?

Ryarsh Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 210 places (100% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Ryarsh Primary School?

Admission to Ryarsh 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 Ryarsh Primary School cover?

Ryarsh Primary School is a primary school in West Malling, 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 Ryarsh Primary School?

Ryarsh Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.