Elham Church of England Primary School

URN: 118741 • Canterbury CT4 6TT

Overview

Name
Elham Church of England Primary School
URN
118741
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
53.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Claire Short (Acting Headteacher) (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01303840325
Website
Visit
Address
Vicarage Lane, Canterbury CT4 6TT

Summary

Elham Church of England Primary School, located in Canterbury, Kent, is a voluntary aided primary school that has served the local community for over a century. With a current enrolment of 107 pupils and a capacity of 140, the school fosters a mixed-gender environment and is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere. The school’s ethos is rooted in Christian values, promoting respect, responsibility, and caring relationships among students.

The curriculum at Elham is designed to inspire a lifelong love of learning, offering a wide range of opportunities across various subjects. The school is particularly proud of its Forest School programme, which allows children to engage with nature and learn in an outdoor setting. This hands-on approach to education is complemented by various extracurricular activities, including gymnastics and multisports clubs.

Elham Primary School actively encourages parental involvement and community engagement, hosting events such as parent forums and book fairs. The school aims to be a welcoming space for families, ensuring that every child receives the support they need to thrive academically and socially.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
140
Pupils
107
Boys
52
Girls
55
FSM %
15.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-07-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 107 52 55 140 15.90
2024-09-11 121 53 68 140 17.40
2023-09-11 125 66 59 140 8.00
2022-09-11 125 66 59 140 8.00
2021-09-11 131 71 60 140 6.90
2020-09-11 132 70 62 140 5.30

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