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Temple Mill Primary School Catchment Area

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

Temple Mill Primary School is a academy sponsor led primary school in Rochester, Medway , serving pupils aged 3–11, with 251 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–11

Age range

251

Pupils

210

Capacity

120%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Temple Mill Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Temple Mill Primary 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: 251 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 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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Temple Mill Primary School — School Information

Full address
Cliffe Road, Strood, Rochester, ME2 3NL
Local authority
Medway
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–11 years
Free school meals
20.6% of pupils
DfE URN
142394

Other Primary Schools in Rochester

If Temple Mill Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Rochester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Temple Mill Primary School

Is Temple Mill Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Temple Mill Primary School currently has 251 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Temple Mill Primary School?

Admission to Temple Mill Primary 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 Temple Mill Primary School cover?

Temple Mill Primary School is a primary school in Rochester, 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 Temple Mill Primary School?

Temple Mill Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.