Ditton Church of England Junior School

URN: 150156 • Aylesford ME20 6AE

Overview

Name
Ditton Church of England Junior School
URN
150156
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
ALETHEIA ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
39.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Graham Ward (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01732843446
Website
Visit
Address
New Road, Aylesford ME20 6AE

Summary

Ditton Church of England Junior School, located in Aylesford, Kent, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 217 pupils, out of a capacity of 256. The school is part of the Aletheia Academies Trust, which joined in November 2023, focusing on high-quality education and support for schools in need of improvement. The school's ethos is encapsulated in its vision of "Aspire, Believe, Care," which aims to foster a supportive community for both students and their families.

The curriculum at Ditton is designed to promote pedagogical excellence, with an emphasis on collaborative and mastery learning. Positive behaviour is noted throughout the school, contributing to a conducive learning environment. The school actively engages with parents, ensuring they feel like genuine partners in their children's education, as highlighted in recent inspections.

In addition to academic pursuits, Ditton Church of England Junior School participates in various community events, such as the Trust Athletics Tournament and commemorative activities like the VE Day anniversary. These initiatives foster a sense of belonging and pride among students, reinforcing the school's commitment to its local community.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
ALETHEIA ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
256
Pupils
217
Boys
114
Girls
103
FSM %
24.40
Open date
2023-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 217 114 103 256 24.40
2024-09-11 204 100 104 256 24.00

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