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The Royal Harbour Academy Catchment Area

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

The Royal Harbour Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Ramsgate, Kent , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1013 pupils, and a capacity of 916 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,013

Pupils

916

Capacity

111%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2020

The Royal Harbour Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Royal Harbour 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 1013 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 916 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 Royal Harbour Academy — School Information

Full address
Newlands Lane, Ramsgate, CT12 6RH
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
61.4% of pupils
DfE URN
149554

Other Secondary Schools in Ramsgate

If The Royal Harbour Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Ramsgate are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Royal Harbour Academy

Is The Royal Harbour Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — The Royal Harbour Academy currently has 1013 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 916 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for The Royal Harbour Academy?

Admission to The Royal Harbour 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 Royal Harbour Academy cover?

The Royal Harbour Academy is a secondary school in Ramsgate, 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 Royal Harbour Academy?

The Royal Harbour Academy was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2020. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.