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The Malling School Catchment Area

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

The Malling School is a foundation secondary school in West Malling, Kent , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1046 pupils, and a capacity of 1003 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,046

Pupils

1,003

Capacity

104%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

The Malling School Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at The Malling School are allocated by Kent using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Currently oversubscribed: 1046 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1003 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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The Malling School — School Information

Full address
Beech Road, East Malling, West Malling, ME19 6DH
Local authority
Kent
School type
Foundation school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
29.9% of pupils
DfE URN
118897

Frequently Asked Questions — The Malling School

Is The Malling School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Malling School currently has 1046 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1003 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Malling School?

Admission to The Malling 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 The Malling School cover?

The Malling School is a secondary school in West Malling, 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 The Malling School?

The Malling School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.