Sissinghurst Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School

URN: 118717 • Cranbrook TN17 2BH

Overview

Name
Sissinghurst Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School
URN
118717
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
45.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Holman (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01580713895
Website
Visit
Address
Common Road, Cranbrook TN17 2BH

Summary

Sissinghurst Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School, located in Cranbrook, Kent, serves a mixed-gender population of 173 pupils, with a capacity of 210. As a voluntary aided school, it integrates Christian values into its educational ethos, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all students. The school emphasizes the importance of community and encourages parental involvement in the educational journey.

The curriculum at Sissinghurst is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on academic achievement while also promoting personal development and social responsibility. The school offers opportunities for in-year admissions and has spaces available in Year 1 and Years 5 and 6, with a waiting list for other year groups. Prospective parents are encouraged to attend open days to gain insight into the school's offerings and ethos.

Sissinghurst Primary School is committed to supporting families through the admissions process, providing clear guidance on applications and appeals. The school also adheres to the Kent County Council's admissions policy, ensuring a transparent and fair process for all applicants. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the office directly.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
173
Boys
97
Girls
76
FSM %
23.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 173 97 76 210 23.70
2024-09-11 166 86 80 175 21.70
2023-09-11 171 85 86 175 12.30
2022-09-11 171 85 86 175 12.30
2021-09-11 169 83 86 175 14.20
2020-09-11 160 69 91 175 10.60

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