Hever Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

URN: 118718 • Edenbridge TN8 7NH

Overview

Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Ofsted rating
n/a
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helene Bligh (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01732862304
Website
Visit
Address
Hever Road, Edenbridge TN8 7NH

Summary

Hever Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Edenbridge, Kent, is a mixed primary school with a current enrolment of 160 pupils, set within a capacity of 205. The school prides itself on providing a welcoming and inclusive environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the wellbeing of its students. The ethos is rooted in Christian values, encouraging respect, courage, perseverance, trust, and compassion, which are integral to the school's vision of fostering confidence and resilience in every child.

The curriculum at Hever CEP School is designed to be ambitious and vibrant, with a strong focus on developing a love of learning. A unique aspect of the school is its Forest School programme, which promotes self-confidence and safe risk-taking. The school also values strong partnerships with parents, local community members, and organizations such as Hever Castle, enhancing the educational experience through real-life opportunities beyond the classroom.

Headteacher Mrs. Helene Bligh emphasizes the importance of nurturing well-rounded individuals who are prepared for the challenges of secondary education and society. The school encourages independence and resilience, helping children to view mistakes as valuable learning experiences. Parents are invited to visit the school to witness the stimulating educational environment firsthand.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
205
Pupils
160
Boys
79
Girls
81
FSM %
21.90
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 160 79 81 205 21.90
2024-09-11 159 74 85 205 19.50
2023-09-11 159 70 89 205 15.70
2022-09-11 159 70 89 205 15.70
2021-09-11 173 81 92 205 11.60
2020-09-11 162 83 79 180 9.30

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