St Alphege Church of England Infant School
URN: 118659 • Whitstable CT5 1DA
Overview
- Name
- St Alphege Church of England Infant School
- URN
- 118659
- 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
- 61.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Liz Thomas-Friend (since 2025) , Executive Head
- Telephone
- 01227272977
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Oxford Street, Whitstable CT5 1DA
Summary
St Alphege Church of England Infant School, located in Whitstable, Kent, is a voluntary controlled primary school catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 7. With a current enrolment of 206 students and a capacity of 232, the school is committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment. The leadership team, including Executive Headteacher Liz Thomas-Friend and Head of School Jacqui Spinks, prioritises the well-being and personal development of every child, emphasising the importance of a strong home-school relationship.
The curriculum at St Alphege is designed to inspire a love of learning through rich and engaging experiences, with a particular focus on the Arts. The school has achieved Arts Mark Platinum status, reflecting its commitment to providing high-quality music, drama, and art education. The staff are dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere that supports all pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs.
Situated in the vibrant community of Whitstable, St Alphege CE Infant School actively engages with local resources to enhance learning opportunities. The school aims to instil a lifelong passion for learning in its students, encapsulated in its motto, “Learning to Live and Loving to Learn.”
The curriculum at St Alphege is designed to inspire a love of learning through rich and engaging experiences, with a particular focus on the Arts. The school has achieved Arts Mark Platinum status, reflecting its commitment to providing high-quality music, drama, and art education. The staff are dedicated to creating an inclusive atmosphere that supports all pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs.
Situated in the vibrant community of Whitstable, St Alphege CE Infant School actively engages with local resources to enhance learning opportunities. The school aims to instil a lifelong passion for learning in its students, encapsulated in its motto, “Learning to Live and Loving to Learn.”
Useful links
- Governor For EYFS (governance)
- Our Governors (governance)
- Absence Notification Form (sen)
- Special Educational Needs & Disability Information (sen)
- Events Calendar (calendar)
- Community Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions To Sunbeams (other)
- Nursery Policies (other)
- School Policies (other)
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 206 | 112 | 94 | 232 | 17.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 199 | 108 | 91 | 232 | 15.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 188 | 99 | 89 | 232 | 20.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 188 | 99 | 89 | 232 | 20.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 195 | 105 | 90 | 232 | 23.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 187 | 96 | 91 | 232 | 13.60 |
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