Upton Junior School

URN: 143220 • Broadstairs CT10 2AH

Overview

Name
Upton Junior School
URN
143220
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
VIKING ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
44.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Darci Arthur (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01843861393
Website
Visit
Address
Upton Junior School, Edge End Road, Broadstairs CT10 2AH

Summary

Upton Junior School, located in Broadstairs, Kent, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 516 pupils, slightly exceeding its capacity of 512. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, underpinned by its core values of Respect, Resilience, Aspiration, and Friendship. These values are integrated into the school culture and are actively taught to help students develop emotional literacy and healthy relationships.

The curriculum at Upton Junior School is designed to promote both academic achievement and personal growth. The school places a strong emphasis on the PSHE curriculum, which aligns with its values, encouraging students to understand their own emotions and those of others. Additionally, British Values such as democracy and mutual respect are incorporated throughout the teaching, ensuring a well-rounded education.

Upton Junior School also prioritises the well-being of its students through various policies and support systems, including a focus on emotional resilience and safe learning environments. The school is part of the Viking Academy Trust, which provides additional governance and resources to enhance the educational experience for all pupils.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
VIKING ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
512
Pupils
516
Boys
272
Girls
244
FSM %
24.60
Open date
2016-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 516 272 244 512 24.60
2024-09-11 511 266 245 512 23.90
2023-09-11 507 245 262 512 18.30
2022-09-11 507 245 262 512 18.30
2021-09-11 515 231 284 512 17.10
2020-09-11 513 232 281 512 11.70

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