The Malling School Catchment Area
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.
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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.
Find Kent catchment area documents →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
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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.