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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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