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St John's Catholic Comprehensive Catchment Area

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

St John's Catholic Comprehensive is a voluntary aided secondary school in Gravesend, Kent , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1322 pupils, and a capacity of 1184 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,322

Pupils

1,184

Capacity

112%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

St John's Catholic Comprehensive Catchment Area Information

Admission to St John's Catholic Comprehensive 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: 1322 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1184 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 John's Catholic Comprehensive — School Information

Full address
Rochester Road, Gravesend, DA12 2JW
Local authority
Kent
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
26.7% of pupils
DfE URN
118933

Other Secondary Schools in Gravesend

If St John's Catholic Comprehensive is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Gravesend are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St John's Catholic Comprehensive

Is St John's Catholic Comprehensive oversubscribed?

Yes — St John's Catholic Comprehensive currently has 1322 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1184 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St John's Catholic Comprehensive?

St John's Catholic Comprehensive 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 John's Catholic Comprehensive cover?

St John's Catholic Comprehensive is a secondary school in Gravesend, 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 John's Catholic Comprehensive?

St John's Catholic Comprehensive was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.