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Salmestone Primary School Catchment Area

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

Salmestone Primary School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Margate, Kent , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 221 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

221

Pupils

210

Capacity

105%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

Salmestone Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Salmestone 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 221 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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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Salmestone Primary School — School Information

Full address
College Road, Margate, CT9 4DB
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
51.4% of pupils
DfE URN
138438

Other Primary Schools in Margate

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Salmestone Primary School

Is Salmestone Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Salmestone Primary School currently has 221 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Salmestone Primary School?

Admission to Salmestone 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 Salmestone Primary School cover?

Salmestone Primary School is a primary school in Margate, Kent, serving pupils aged 3–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Salmestone Primary School?

Salmestone Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.