Barham Church of England Primary School
URN: 118653 • CANTERBURY CT4 6NX
Overview
- Name
- Barham Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 118653
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alison Higgins Jo Duhig (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01227831312
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Valley Road, CANTERBURY CT4 6NX
Summary
Barham Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located near Canterbury, Kent. With a capacity of 210 pupils, the school fosters a strong Christian ethos and emphasizes a supportive, family-like environment. The dedicated staff aim to cultivate confident, kind, and curious learners, encouraging pupils to engage with the world around them.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that includes music, sport, art, drama, dance, and forest school activities, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. Barham Primary is committed to academic excellence, with a track record of good pupil achievement. The school is well-resourced, featuring facilities such as a 3D printer and its own swimming pool, which enhance the learning experience.
Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Barham Primary School maintains close ties with the local community, particularly with St John’s Church. The school actively celebrates each child's success, fostering an inclusive atmosphere that supports social, academic, physical, and moral development.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that includes music, sport, art, drama, dance, and forest school activities, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. Barham Primary is committed to academic excellence, with a track record of good pupil achievement. The school is well-resourced, featuring facilities such as a 3D printer and its own swimming pool, which enhance the learning experience.
Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Barham Primary School maintains close ties with the local community, particularly with St John’s Church. The school actively celebrates each child's success, fostering an inclusive atmosphere that supports social, academic, physical, and moral development.
Useful links
- Dan Patching Creative Design (other)
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 210 | 103 | 107 | 210 | 11.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 210 | 100 | 110 | 210 | 12.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 210 | 100 | 110 | 210 | 9.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 210 | 100 | 110 | 210 | 9.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 208 | 102 | 106 | 210 | 7.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 207 | 108 | 99 | 210 | 3.90 |
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