Kingsnorth Church of England Primary School
URN: 142429 • Ashford TN23 3EF
Overview
- Name
- Kingsnorth Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 142429
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE DIOCESE OF CANTERBURY ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Iain Witts (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01233622673
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Hill, Ashford TN23 3EF
Summary
Kingsnorth Church of England Primary School, located in Ashford, Kent, is a mixed academy converter with a capacity for 420 pupils and currently serves 423 students. Established in 1866, the school has strong ties to the local Kingsnorth Parish Church and the Diocese of Canterbury, reflecting its Christian ethos. The school emphasizes spiritual development alongside academic achievement, offering daily Collective Worship and Religious Education in line with the Canterbury Diocesan RE scheme.
As a two-form entry primary school, Kingsnorth provides a supportive learning environment for children of all abilities and backgrounds. The modern facilities include fourteen classrooms, a library, and various outdoor play areas, promoting both educational and recreational activities. The school community is actively engaged, with a focus on collaboration between staff, parents, and the local church.
Kingsnorth Primary School is committed to fostering a nurturing atmosphere where children can thrive academically and spiritually. Parents are encouraged to participate in school life, and the school offers opportunities for involvement in both educational and community events.
As a two-form entry primary school, Kingsnorth provides a supportive learning environment for children of all abilities and backgrounds. The modern facilities include fourteen classrooms, a library, and various outdoor play areas, promoting both educational and recreational activities. The school community is actively engaged, with a focus on collaboration between staff, parents, and the local church.
Kingsnorth Primary School is committed to fostering a nurturing atmosphere where children can thrive academically and spiritually. Parents are encouraged to participate in school life, and the school offers opportunities for involvement in both educational and community events.
Useful links
- @kentlibraries (other)
- https://t.co/dYEjuRCxuP (other)
- https://t.co/pXPc7i0NjA (other)
- MCAS (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE DIOCESE OF CANTERBURY ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 423
- Boys
- 196
- Girls
- 227
- FSM %
- 16.30
- Open date
- 2015-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-04-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 423 | 196 | 227 | 420 | 16.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 415 | 188 | 227 | 420 | 13.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 418 | 203 | 215 | 420 | 8.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 418 | 203 | 215 | 420 | 8.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 420 | 198 | 222 | 420 | 8.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 421 | 201 | 220 | 420 | 6.70 |
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