Birchington Church of England Primary School

URN: 118693 • Birchington CT7 0AS

Overview

Name
Birchington Church of England Primary School
URN
118693
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
55.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Louise Wilson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01843841046
Website
Visit
Address
Park Lane, Birchington CT7 0AS

Summary

Birchington Church of England Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Birchington, Kent, catering to a mixed-gender population of 442 pupils, with a capacity of 480. The school embraces an inclusive ethos, welcoming children from various faith backgrounds and those with none, fostering a sense of community and belonging. The school's Christian values—Forgiveness, Peace, Hope, Love, and Respect—guide its approach to education and interpersonal relationships.

The curriculum at Birchington CE Primary is designed to support the individual growth of each child, ensuring they flourish from their unique starting points. The school emphasizes a peaceful learning environment and offers a range of charitable opportunities throughout the year, encouraging students to develop empathy and social responsibility.

Safeguarding is a priority, with a dedicated team in place to promote the welfare of all children. Parents have expressed satisfaction with the school's nurturing atmosphere, highlighting the strong sense of community and the happiness of their children within the Birchington family. For more information, visit their website at www.birchington-primary.com.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
480
Pupils
442
Boys
214
Girls
228
FSM %
31.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-09-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 442 214 228 480 31.40
2024-09-11 439 213 226 480 29.20
2023-09-11 471 243 228 570 22.50
2022-09-11 471 243 228 600 22.50
2021-09-11 465 233 232 630 19.60
2020-09-11 475 239 236 630 14.30

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