Boughton-under-Blean and Dunkirk Primary School

URN: 118705 • Faversham ME13 9AW

Overview

Name
Boughton-under-Blean and Dunkirk Primary School
URN
118705
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Methodist
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Simon Way (since 2025)
Telephone
01227751431
Website
Visit
Address
School Lane, Faversham ME13 9AW

Summary

Boughton-under-Blean and Dunkirk Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Faversham, Kent, with a current enrolment of 203 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school promotes a mixed-gender environment and is guided by a Methodist ethos, emphasizing values such as forgiveness, friendship, trust, justice, and perseverance. The headteacher, Mr. S J Way, has been leading the school since September 2015 and is dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing learning environment.

The school offers a broad and varied curriculum designed to engage students and foster their academic achievement. Recent Ofsted inspections have highlighted the school's commitment to high standards and the positive experiences provided for pupils, including a focus on cultural capital and wider opportunities. Activities such as residential trips, outdoor learning, and various sporting competitions are integral to the students' educational experience.

In addition to academic support, the school prioritizes pupil wellbeing and community involvement, with initiatives like a Parent-Teacher Association (PTFA) and various clubs. Parents are encouraged to visit the school to learn more about its offerings and ethos.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
203
Boys
97
Girls
106
FSM %
20.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-07-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 203 97 106 210 20.70
2024-09-11 203 102 101 210 20.70
2023-09-11 200 96 104 210 19.50
2022-09-11 200 96 104 210 19.50
2021-09-11 205 99 106 210 22.00
2020-09-11 204 94 110 210 19.10

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