Sheldwich Primary School
URN: 137397 • Faversham ME13 0LU
Overview
- Name
- Sheldwich Primary School
- URN
- 137397
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SHELDWICH PRIMARY SCHOOL
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 68.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Garrett (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01795532779
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Lees Court Road, Faversham ME13 0LU
Summary
Sheldwich Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Faversham, Kent, with a current enrolment of 262 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 210. The school aims to provide a supportive and inclusive environment for all students, fostering a sense of community and belonging. With a focus on academic excellence, Sheldwich Primary offers a well-rounded curriculum designed to engage and inspire young learners.
The school promotes strong attendance and participation in various activities, as evidenced by the impressive attendance rate of 99.7% in the week commencing 15th September 2025. Parents are encouraged to be involved in their children's education through workshops and events, such as the upcoming Phonics and Reading Workshop scheduled for 30th September 2025.
Sheldwich Primary School also prioritises the well-being of its students, offering additional support for those from disadvantaged backgrounds, with 8% of pupils eligible for free school meals. The school’s commitment to nurturing each child's potential is reflected in its ethos and community engagement, making it a valued institution within the local area.
The school promotes strong attendance and participation in various activities, as evidenced by the impressive attendance rate of 99.7% in the week commencing 15th September 2025. Parents are encouraged to be involved in their children's education through workshops and events, such as the upcoming Phonics and Reading Workshop scheduled for 30th September 2025.
Sheldwich Primary School also prioritises the well-being of its students, offering additional support for those from disadvantaged backgrounds, with 8% of pupils eligible for free school meals. The school’s commitment to nurturing each child's potential is reflected in its ethos and community engagement, making it a valued institution within the local area.
Useful links
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- Special Days and Events (calendar)
- Newsletter No. 1 - Friday 5th September (download)
- Newsletter No. 2 - Friday 19th September (download)
- Newsletter No. 3 Friday 3rd October (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Articles of Association, Memorandum of Association and and Terms of Reference (other)
- Policies (other)
- Website Policy (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 2 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SHELDWICH PRIMARY SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 262
- Boys
- 122
- Girls
- 140
- FSM %
- 8.00
- Open date
- 2011-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 262 | 122 | 140 | 210 | 8.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 259 | 125 | 134 | 210 | 6.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 266 | 124 | 142 | 210 | 5.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 266 | 124 | 142 | 210 | 5.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 256 | 117 | 139 | 210 | 4.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 269 | 129 | 140 | 210 | 5.10 |
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