Bapchild and Tonge Church of England Primary School and Nursery

URN: 118730 • Sittingbourne ME9 9NL

Overview

Name
Bapchild and Tonge Church of England Primary School and Nursery
URN
118730
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Christian Kelly (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01795424143
Website
Visit
Address
School Lane, Sittingbourne ME9 9NL

Summary

Bapchild and Tonge Church of England Primary School and Nursery, located in Sittingbourne, Kent, is a voluntary aided primary school catering to a mixed-gender population of 255 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment rooted in Christian values, where mutual respect and high expectations are paramount. The headteacher, Mr. Christian Kelly, emphasizes the importance of strong partnerships with parents and the community to support children's success.

The school's vision is inspired by the biblical teaching of John 15:1-17, focusing on personal growth, resilience, and the development of individual gifts. Bapchild and Tonge offers a rich and relevant curriculum, complemented by a variety of extracurricular activities that promote sports, arts, and community engagement. The school aims to equip pupils with essential life skills, emotional intelligence, and academic readiness for their future educational journeys.

Bapchild and Tonge prioritises a safe and supportive environment, encouraging pupils to explore and question through diverse learning opportunities. The school community is dedicated to ensuring that every child feels valued and empowered to achieve their true potential.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
255
Boys
137
Girls
118
FSM %
16.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-07-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 255 137 118 210 16.10
2024-09-11 250 136 114 210 12.00
2023-09-11 251 144 107 210 12.40
2022-09-11 251 144 107 210 12.40
2021-09-11 238 126 112 210 11.90
2020-09-11 207 101 106 210 11.60

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