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South Borough Primary School Catchment Area

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

South Borough Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Maidstone, Kent , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 447 pupils, and a capacity of 480 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

3–11

Age range

447

Pupils

480

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

South Borough Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, South Borough 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: 93% 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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South Borough Primary School — School Information

Full address
Stagshaw Close, Postley Road, Maidstone, ME15 6TL
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
26.4% of pupils
DfE URN
141650

Other Primary Schools in Maidstone

If South Borough Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Maidstone are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — South Borough Primary School

Is South Borough Primary School oversubscribed?

South Borough Primary School is operating close to its capacity of 480 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for South Borough Primary School?

Admission to South Borough 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 South Borough Primary School cover?

South Borough Primary School is a primary school in Maidstone, 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 South Borough Primary School?

South Borough Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.