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Wayfield Primary School Catchment Area

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

Wayfield Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Chatham, Medway , serving pupils aged 2–11, with 424 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–11

Age range

424

Pupils

360

Capacity

118%

Fill rate

Wayfield Primary School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Wayfield Primary School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Medway. 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: 424 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 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 Medway 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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Wayfield Primary School — School Information

Full address
Wayfield Road, Chatham, ME5 0HH
Local authority
Medway
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
2–11 years
Free school meals
37.7% of pupils
DfE URN
143909

Other Primary Schools in Chatham

If Wayfield Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Chatham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Wayfield Primary School

Is Wayfield Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — Wayfield Primary School currently has 424 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Wayfield Primary School?

Admission to Wayfield Primary School is managed by Medway. 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 Wayfield Primary School cover?

Wayfield Primary School is a primary school in Chatham, Medway, serving pupils aged 2–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.