Palmarsh Primary School
URN: 118490 • Hythe CT21 6NE
Overview
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 59.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jamie Leach (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01303260212
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- St George's Place, Hythe CT21 6NE
Summary
Palmarsh Primary School is a community school located in Hythe, Kent, catering to a mixed-gender population of 201 pupils, with a capacity of 140. The school prides itself on fostering a close-knit, family-like atmosphere, where strong relationships between staff, pupils, and families are paramount. This supportive environment enables staff to understand and address the individual emotional and academic needs of each child.
The school’s mission is to provide a child-led and creative curriculum that inspires learners while promoting inclusivity. Palmarsh Primary aims to develop the whole child, preparing them for future challenges in a rapidly changing world. The school celebrates individuality and encourages teamwork, ensuring that students become culturally aware global citizens.
Palmarsh Primary also shares its site with local pre-school facilities, allowing for a seamless transition for younger children into primary education. The school welcomes prospective families to visit and learn more about its offerings and community-focused ethos.
The school’s mission is to provide a child-led and creative curriculum that inspires learners while promoting inclusivity. Palmarsh Primary aims to develop the whole child, preparing them for future challenges in a rapidly changing world. The school celebrates individuality and encourages teamwork, ensuring that students become culturally aware global citizens.
Palmarsh Primary also shares its site with local pre-school facilities, allowing for a seamless transition for younger children into primary education. The school welcomes prospective families to visit and learn more about its offerings and community-focused ethos.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Absences (sen)
- Kent SEND Parent Newsletter (sen)
- Links to SEND charity websites (sen)
- Links to websites for parents of children with SEND (sen)
- Mrs Claire Osborn - SENCO & Inclusion (sen)
- Statutory Documents, Policies & SEND Code of Practice (sen)
- Events at Palmarsh Primary School (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 201 | 91 | 110 | 140 | 25.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 199 | 91 | 108 | 140 | 27.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 184 | 84 | 100 | 140 | 28.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 184 | 84 | 100 | 140 | 28.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 168 | 81 | 87 | 140 | 30.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 155 | 82 | 73 | 140 | 20.00 |
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