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St Mary's Catholic Primary School Catchment Area

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

St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Gillingham, Medway , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 447 pupils, and a capacity of 420 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

447

Pupils

420

Capacity

106%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

St Mary's Catholic Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Mary's Catholic Primary School is managed by Medway 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: 447 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 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 Mary's Catholic Primary School — School Information

Full address
Greenfield Road, Gillingham, ME7 1YH
Local authority
Medway
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Religious character
Roman Catholic
Free school meals
15.8% of pupils
DfE URN
118782

Other Primary Schools in Gillingham

If St Mary's Catholic Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Gillingham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Mary's Catholic Primary School

Is St Mary's Catholic Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Mary's Catholic Primary School currently has 447 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 420 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

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

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

What age range does St Mary's Catholic Primary School cover?

St Mary's Catholic Primary School is a primary school in Gillingham, Medway, 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 St Mary's Catholic Primary School?

St Mary's Catholic Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.