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St Edmund's Catholic School Catchment Area

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

St Edmund's Catholic School is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Dover, Kent , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 647 pupils, and a capacity of 600 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

647

Pupils

600

Capacity

108%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

St Edmund's Catholic School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Edmund's Catholic School is managed by Kent and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 647 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 600 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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St Edmund's Catholic School — School Information

Full address
Old Charlton Road, Dover, CT16 2QB
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
40.2% of pupils
DfE URN
141217

Other Secondary Schools in Dover

If St Edmund's Catholic School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Dover are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Edmund's Catholic School

Is St Edmund's Catholic School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Edmund's Catholic School currently has 647 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 600 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Edmund's Catholic School?

St Edmund's Catholic School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Kent before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Edmund's Catholic School cover?

St Edmund's Catholic School is a secondary school in Dover, Kent, 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 St Edmund's Catholic School?

St Edmund's Catholic School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.