Sandwich Infant School
URN: 148502 • Sandwich CT13 9HT
Overview
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Leanne Bennett (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01304612228
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- School Road, Sandwich CT13 9HT
Summary
Sandwich Infant School, located in Sandwich, Kent, is a mixed primary academy that has been serving the local community since 1877. With a current enrolment of 116 pupils and a capacity of 168, the school fosters a family atmosphere and a welcoming ethos, ensuring that children feel safe and valued. The school maintains strong connections with local nurseries, Sandwich Junior School, and other educational institutions, promoting a seamless transition for students as they progress in their education.
The curriculum at Sandwich Infant School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on key subjects such as phonics, mathematics, and the arts. The school also emphasizes the importance of personal, social, and health education (PSHE), ensuring that children develop not only academically but also socially and emotionally. Additional support is available for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), including resources for those on the autism spectrum.
Community involvement is a cornerstone of the school’s ethos, with initiatives that encourage parental engagement and collaboration. The school actively participates in local partnerships, providing training opportunities for future teachers and fostering a sense of belonging among families. Overall, Sandwich Infant School is committed to nurturing the growth and development of every child within a supportive and inclusive environment.
The curriculum at Sandwich Infant School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, focusing on key subjects such as phonics, mathematics, and the arts. The school also emphasizes the importance of personal, social, and health education (PSHE), ensuring that children develop not only academically but also socially and emotionally. Additional support is available for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), including resources for those on the autism spectrum.
Community involvement is a cornerstone of the school’s ethos, with initiatives that encourage parental engagement and collaboration. The school actively participates in local partnerships, providing training opportunities for future teachers and fostering a sense of belonging among families. Overall, Sandwich Infant School is committed to nurturing the growth and development of every child within a supportive and inclusive environment.
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Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 5 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE DIOCESE OF CANTERBURY ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 168
- Pupils
- 116
- Boys
- 62
- Girls
- 54
- FSM %
- 19.00
- Open date
- 2021-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 116 | 62 | 54 | 168 | 19.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 137 | 71 | 66 | 168 | 19.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 138 | 67 | 71 | 168 | 23.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 138 | 67 | 71 | 168 | 23.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 168 |
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