Petham Primary School
URN: 139810 • Canterbury CT4 5RD
Overview
- Name
- Petham Primary School
- URN
- 139810
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- OUR COMMUNITY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Scott Guy (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01227700260
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Petham, Canterbury CT4 5RD
Summary
Petham Primary School is a small, mixed academy located in the rural village of Petham, near Canterbury, Kent. Established in 1776, the school serves approximately 103 pupils, divided into four classes, and is part of the Our Community Multi Academy Trust (OCMAT). The school prides itself on creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is known and celebrated.
The curriculum at Petham Primary is designed to be broad and ambitious, incorporating outdoor learning through initiatives like forest school and a sensory garden. The school aims to provide a wide range of experiences that cater to all abilities, fostering resilience, initiative, and communication skills among students. High expectations are set for both pupils and staff to ensure a supportive learning atmosphere.
Petham Primary School is deeply rooted in its community, with strong links to local institutions such as the All Saints Church. The school’s picturesque setting enhances the educational experience, allowing children to thrive in a safe and engaging environment. Parents are encouraged to visit the school to see its vibrant community in action.
The curriculum at Petham Primary is designed to be broad and ambitious, incorporating outdoor learning through initiatives like forest school and a sensory garden. The school aims to provide a wide range of experiences that cater to all abilities, fostering resilience, initiative, and communication skills among students. High expectations are set for both pupils and staff to ensure a supportive learning atmosphere.
Petham Primary School is deeply rooted in its community, with strong links to local institutions such as the All Saints Church. The school’s picturesque setting enhances the educational experience, allowing children to thrive in a safe and engaging environment. Parents are encouraged to visit the school to see its vibrant community in action.
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Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- OUR COMMUNITY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 115
- Pupils
- 103
- Boys
- 49
- Girls
- 54
- FSM %
- 14.60
- Open date
- 2013-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-07-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 103 | 49 | 54 | 115 | 14.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 106 | 51 | 55 | 115 | 15.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 105 | 48 | 57 | 115 | 13.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 105 | 48 | 57 | 115 | 13.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 114 | 53 | 61 | 115 | 11.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 112 | 54 | 58 | 115 | 8.90 |
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