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St Margaret's Infant School Catchment Area

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

St Margaret's Infant School is a academy converter primary school in Gillingham, Medway , serving pupils aged 3–7, with 299 pupils, and a capacity of 270 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–7

Age range

299

Pupils

270

Capacity

111%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2011

St Margaret's Infant School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, St Margaret's Infant School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Medway. 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: 299 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 270 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 Medway 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 Margaret's Infant School — School Information

Full address
St Margaret's Infant School, Orchard Street, Orchard Street, Gillingham, ME8 9AE
Local authority
Medway
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–7 years
Free school meals
14.9% of pupils
DfE URN
144133

Other Primary Schools in Gillingham

If St Margaret's Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Gillingham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Margaret's Infant School

Is St Margaret's Infant School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Margaret's Infant School currently has 299 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 270 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Margaret's Infant School?

Admission to St Margaret's Infant School is managed by Medway. 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 St Margaret's Infant School cover?

St Margaret's Infant School is a primary school in Gillingham, Medway, serving pupils aged 3–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Margaret's Infant School?

St Margaret's Infant School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2011. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.