Palm Bay Primary School
URN: 148992 • Margate CT9 3PP
Overview
- Name
- Palm Bay Primary School
- URN
- 148992
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- EKC SCHOOLS TRUST LIMITED
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 40.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Gemma Silk (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01843290050
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Palm Bay Avenue, Margate CT9 3PP
Summary
Palm Bay Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Margate, Kent, serving 414 pupils aged 5-11, with a capacity of 428. The school prioritises creating a nurturing and inclusive environment, where each child is encouraged to grow academically and personally. The dedicated staff focus on delivering a challenging and enjoyable curriculum, fostering curiosity and resilience among students.
The school places a strong emphasis on community engagement and values diversity, ensuring that all children feel welcomed and respected. With facilities including a Forest and Beach School, playing fields, and an outdoor classroom, the school takes advantage of its coastal location to enhance learning experiences.
Palm Bay Primary School promotes a culture of creativity, aspiration, and kindness, aiming to prepare pupils for future challenges while supporting their individual goals. The school actively collaborates with families to create a supportive foundation for students' academic achievements and personal development. For more information, visit their website at http://www.palmbay.uk.
The school places a strong emphasis on community engagement and values diversity, ensuring that all children feel welcomed and respected. With facilities including a Forest and Beach School, playing fields, and an outdoor classroom, the school takes advantage of its coastal location to enhance learning experiences.
Palm Bay Primary School promotes a culture of creativity, aspiration, and kindness, aiming to prepare pupils for future challenges while supporting their individual goals. The school actively collaborates with families to create a supportive foundation for students' academic achievements and personal development. For more information, visit their website at http://www.palmbay.uk.
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Nearby alternatives
- Palm Bay Primary School (62.7)
- Cliftonville Primary School (62.3)
- Garlinge Primary School and Nursery (62.1)
- St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Margate (54.5)
- Salmestone Primary School (51.7)
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- EKC SCHOOLS TRUST LIMITED
- Capacity
- 428
- Pupils
- 414
- Boys
- 210
- Girls
- 204
- FSM %
- 29.50
- Open date
- 2022-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 414 | 210 | 204 | 428 | 29.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 421 | 215 | 206 | 428 | 26.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 428 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 428 |
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