Shears Green Infant School
URN: 148918 • Gravesend DA11 7JF
Overview
- Name
- Shears Green Infant School
- URN
- 148918
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- HORNCHURCH ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 36.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Clare Holder (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01474566700
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Packham Road, Gravesend DA11 7JF
Summary
Shears Green Infant School, located in Gravesend, Kent, is a mixed academy converter catering to 279 pupils, with a capacity of 360. The school operates three classes each for Reception, Year 1, and Year 2, fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where children can thrive. The school’s motto, "Growing and Learning Together," reflects its commitment to supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of all students.
The curriculum at Shears Green is designed to be creative and meaningful, integrating the richness of children’s lives and the local community. The school prioritises the wellbeing of its pupils, encouraging them to embrace challenges with enthusiasm and curiosity. This approach aims to cultivate lifelong learners who are socially and academically responsible.
Shears Green Infant School values collaboration with families and the wider community, ensuring that every child receives the care and encouragement they need to reach their full potential. The dedicated staff team is committed to providing a supportive learning environment, making the school a welcoming place for both children and parents.
The curriculum at Shears Green is designed to be creative and meaningful, integrating the richness of children’s lives and the local community. The school prioritises the wellbeing of its pupils, encouraging them to embrace challenges with enthusiasm and curiosity. This approach aims to cultivate lifelong learners who are socially and academically responsible.
Shears Green Infant School values collaboration with families and the wider community, ensuring that every child receives the care and encouragement they need to reach their full potential. The dedicated staff team is committed to providing a supportive learning environment, making the school a welcoming place for both children and parents.
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Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 4 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- HORNCHURCH ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 279
- Boys
- 151
- Girls
- 128
- FSM %
- 35.50
- Open date
- 2022-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 279 | 151 | 128 | 360 | 35.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 315 | 163 | 152 | 360 | 31.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 360 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 360 |
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