Charles Kingsley's Church of England Primary School

URN: 116357 • Hook RG27 0LX

Overview

Name
Charles Kingsley's Church of England Primary School
URN
116357
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Hannah Popplewell (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01189732187
Website
Visit
Address
Glaston Hill Road, Hook RG27 0LX

Summary

Charles Kingsley's Church of England Primary School, located in Hook, Hampshire, is a voluntary aided primary school with a capacity for 218 pupils. With a current enrollment of 215 students, the school fosters a mixed-gender environment and is committed to providing a nurturing educational experience grounded in Christian values of love, courage, and hope. Established in 1853 by the author Charles Kingsley, the school continues to uphold his vision of inclusive education.

The school day runs from 8:30 AM to 3:15 PM, incorporating collective worship and structured learning sessions. Charles Kingsley’s prioritises a supportive atmosphere where every child is valued, as evidenced by its recent Ofsted report, which rated the school as 'good with outstanding features.' The curriculum is designed to inspire a love of learning, ensuring that pupils achieve highly across various subjects.

In addition to academic support, the school offers Early Help services for families facing challenges such as behavioural issues, financial difficulties, or health concerns. This holistic approach reinforces the school's commitment to the well-being of its students and their families, fostering a strong sense of community.

Key details

LA
Hampshire
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
218
Pupils
215
Boys
97
Girls
118
FSM %
9.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hampshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 215 97 118 218 9.30
2024-09-11 213 105 108 218 13.10
2023-09-11 214 98 116 218 9.30
2022-09-11 214 98 116 218 9.30
2021-09-11 215 102 113 218 6.50
2020-09-11 218 108 110 218 5.00

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