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St Stephen's Junior School Catchment Area

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

St Stephen's Junior School is a academy converter primary school in Canterbury, Kent , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 407 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

7–11

Age range

407

Pupils

360

Capacity

113%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

St Stephen's Junior School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, St Stephen's Junior 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 407 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 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 Stephen's Junior School — School Information

Full address
Hales Drive, St Stephens, Canterbury, CT2 7AD
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
30.5% of pupils
DfE URN
136393

Other Primary Schools in Canterbury

If St Stephen's Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Canterbury are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Stephen's Junior School

Is St Stephen's Junior School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Stephen's Junior School currently has 407 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Stephen's Junior School?

Admission to St Stephen's Junior 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 St Stephen's Junior School cover?

St Stephen's Junior School is a primary school in Canterbury, Kent, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Stephen's Junior School?

St Stephen's Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.