Stella Maris Catholic Primary School

URN: 141629 • Folkestone CT19 5BY

Overview

Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andrew Langley (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01303252127
Website
Visit
Address
Parkfield Road, Folkestone CT19 5BY

Summary

Stella Maris Catholic Primary School is a one-form entry academy located in central Folkestone, serving the parish of Our Lady. With a current enrolment of 203 pupils, the school has a capacity of 210 and is committed to fostering a caring and inclusive environment. The school welcomes children from diverse backgrounds, with approximately 16.7% of students eligible for free school meals.

The school is part of the Kent Catholic Schools' Partnership (KCSP) and operates under the Archdiocese of Southwark. Stella Maris promotes a strong ethos based on love, trust, care, sharing, and respect, aiming to instill these values in its students through a well-rounded curriculum. The school provides various opportunities for personal and academic growth, ensuring that all children feel valued and supported.

Stella Maris emphasizes community involvement and encourages parental engagement through events such as parents' evenings and open days. The school’s commitment to nurturing a family-like atmosphere makes it a popular choice for families in the area, regardless of their religious affiliations.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
KENT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS' PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
210
Pupils
203
Boys
99
Girls
104
FSM %
16.70
Open date
2015-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 203 99 104 210 16.70
2024-09-11 210 105 105 210 16.70
2023-09-11 210 105 105 210 22.40
2022-09-11 210 105 105 210 22.40
2021-09-11 214 109 105 210 23.40
2020-09-11 214 109 105 210 20.60

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