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The Marsh Academy Catchment Area

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

The Marsh Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in New Romney, Kent , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1017 pupils, and a capacity of 1110 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,017

Pupils

1,110

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

The Marsh Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Marsh Academy 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.

Operating near capacity: 92% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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 Marsh Academy — School Information

Full address
Station Road, New Romney, TN28 8BB
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
38.4% of pupils
DfE URN
135290

Frequently Asked Questions — The Marsh Academy

Is The Marsh Academy oversubscribed?

The Marsh Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1110 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Marsh Academy?

Admission to The Marsh Academy 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 Marsh Academy cover?

The Marsh Academy is a secondary school in New Romney, 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 Marsh Academy?

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