Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School
URN: 118601 • Cranbrook TN17 1DZ
Overview
- Name
- Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 118601
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 71.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lindsay Roberts (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01580211365
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Beaman Close, Cranbrook TN17 1DZ
Summary
Goudhurst and Kilndown Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Cranbrook, Kent, serving a mixed-gender population of 211 pupils aged 4 to 11. The school is deeply rooted in its community, reflecting the values of the Wealden villages it represents. As a Church of England school, it emphasizes Christian principles, fostering a caring and inclusive environment for children of all backgrounds and abilities.
The school follows the National Curriculum and employs the "Monster Phonics" programme for phonics instruction in Key Stage 1 and Early Years. Goudhurst and Kilndown prioritises the well-being and educational progress of its students, aiming to support each child in reaching their full potential. Recent inspections by OFSTED in February 2025 have rated the school as "Outstanding" across all areas.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and the school actively seeks to build strong partnerships with families. Open mornings are scheduled for prospective parents, offering opportunities to visit and learn more about the school's ethos and educational offerings.
The school follows the National Curriculum and employs the "Monster Phonics" programme for phonics instruction in Key Stage 1 and Early Years. Goudhurst and Kilndown prioritises the well-being and educational progress of its students, aiming to support each child in reaching their full potential. Recent inspections by OFSTED in February 2025 have rated the school as "Outstanding" across all areas.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and the school actively seeks to build strong partnerships with families. Open mornings are scheduled for prospective parents, offering opportunities to visit and learn more about the school's ethos and educational offerings.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 211 | 107 | 104 | 210 | 16.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 212 | 108 | 104 | 210 | 17.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 211 | 109 | 102 | 210 | 11.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 211 | 109 | 102 | 210 | 11.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 210 | 110 | 100 | 210 | 10.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 212 | 109 | 103 | 210 | 8.00 |
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