Herne Church of England Infant and Nursery School
URN: 118710 • Herne Bay CT6 7AH
Overview
- Name
- Herne Church of England Infant and Nursery School
- URN
- 118710
- 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
- 73.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- E Thomas-Friend (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01227740793
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Palmer Close, Herne Bay CT6 7AH
Summary
Herne Church of England Infant and Nursery School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Herne Bay, Kent, accommodating 308 pupils against a capacity of 270. The school follows the Early Years Foundation Stage and National Curriculum guidelines, aiming to foster a supportive environment where children can achieve their full potential. The ethos is rooted in Christian values, promoting honesty, respect, and forgiveness, which are integral to the school's community.
The school prioritises the well-being and development of its pupils, encouraging high self-esteem through praise and self-appraisal. It actively promotes a partnership with parents and the local community, including St Martin's Church, to create a collaborative educational experience. Safeguarding and e-safety are key priorities, with measures in place to ensure a safe and respectful environment for all students.
Herne Infant and Nursery School also values diversity and aims to instil empathy and understanding among its pupils. The school encourages an appreciation of different cultures, fostering a global perspective while ensuring that children's interests and needs remain at the forefront of its educational approach.
The school prioritises the well-being and development of its pupils, encouraging high self-esteem through praise and self-appraisal. It actively promotes a partnership with parents and the local community, including St Martin's Church, to create a collaborative educational experience. Safeguarding and e-safety are key priorities, with measures in place to ensure a safe and respectful environment for all students.
Herne Infant and Nursery School also values diversity and aims to instil empathy and understanding among its pupils. The school encourages an appreciation of different cultures, fostering a global perspective while ensuring that children's interests and needs remain at the forefront of its educational approach.
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Nearby alternatives
- Herne Church of England Junior School (73.5)
- Reculver Church of England Primary School (69.1)
- Hampton Primary School (64.3)
- Briary Primary School (62.2)
- Herne Bay Infant School (56.6)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 308 | 170 | 138 | 270 | 11.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 307 | 172 | 135 | 270 | 8.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 313 | 175 | 138 | 270 | 7.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 313 | 175 | 138 | 270 | 7.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 306 | 168 | 138 | 270 | 9.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 316 | 169 | 147 | 270 | 4.80 |
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