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The Oaks Infant School Catchment Area

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

The Oaks Infant School is a academy converter primary school in Sittingbourne, Kent , serving pupils aged 3–7, with 312 pupils, and a capacity of 270 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

3–7

Age range

312

Pupils

270

Capacity

116%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2011

The Oaks Infant School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Oaks Infant 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: 312 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 270 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 Oaks Infant School — School Information

Full address
Gore Court Road, Sittingbourne, ME10 1GL
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
3–7 years
Free school meals
13.7% of pupils
DfE URN
144870

Other Primary Schools in Sittingbourne

If The Oaks Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Sittingbourne are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Oaks Infant School

Is The Oaks Infant School oversubscribed?

Yes — The Oaks Infant School currently has 312 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 270 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Oaks Infant School?

Admission to The Oaks Infant 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 Oaks Infant School cover?

The Oaks Infant School is a primary school in Sittingbourne, Kent, serving pupils aged 3–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for The Oaks Infant School?

The Oaks Infant School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2011. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.