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Council: Kent

Hythe Bay CofE Primary School

Hythe, Kent - CT21 6HS

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Anchored by God, we strive to teach children to be confident, connected, and creative through outstanding teaching and care. We show our love, tolerance, forgiveness, and compassion, not just by talking about them but living them each day of our lives.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Ide Hill Church of England Primary School

Sevenoaks, Kent - TN14 6JT

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“At Ide Hill School, every child becomes part of one of our four proud houses: Hever, Leeds, Bodiam, and Dover. Each house is named after a historic castle close to Ide Hill, connecting our students to the rich heritage of our local area.”

PrimaryEstablishedNo rating on record

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Ifield School

Gravesend, Kent - DA12 5JT

“Ifield School has a strong collaboration with North Kent College located 1.9 miles from the school site. 16 – 19 year old students attend Ifield Sixth Form based at North Kent College.”

Not applicableEstablishedOfsted: Outstanding

Ightham Primary School

Sevenoaks, Kent - TN15 9DD

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“As a learning community, we will think about when children learn, what children learn and how they learn.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

Invicta Grammar School

Maidstone, Kent - ME14 5DS

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Invicta Grammar School provides a rich programme of personal development opportunities aimed at giving students diverse and exciting experiences that enable them to be 'rounded' and enthused about the world they live in. Invicta students are passionate about equality, diversity and inclusivity.”

SecondaryGrammar (selective)GirlsEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

Istead Rise Primary School

Gravesend, Kent - DA13 9HG

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Iwade School

Sittingbourne, Kent - ME9 8RS

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Our school is organised in to three communities: Sky, Forest and Ocean. Each community runs through from Year R to Year 6 - this is to build the community ethos of a small school within a school model.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

John Mayne Church of England Primary School

Ashford, Kent - TN27 8AL

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“At John Mayne Church of England Primary School we believe that every child has their own set of gifts and talents which makes them who they are. We provide a learning environment and unique curriculum that is built on mutual respect, high expectation and independence.”

PrimaryEstablishedNo rating on record

Joy Lane Primary Foundation School

Whitstable, Kent - CT5 4LT

“As a school, learning is our ‘core business’ and to this end we aim to provide a broad and balanced curriculum, comprising of rich and engaging learning opportunities which will inspire children at the start of their lifelong learning journey.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Joydens Wood Infant School

Bexley, Kent - DA5 2JD

Reception - Year 2 (ages 4-7)

“At Joydens Wood, we pride ourselves on being two separate yet closely-knit schools, dedicated to providing a seamless and enriching educational journey for our children from Reception through to the end of Year 6.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Joydens Wood Junior School

Dartford, Kent - DA2 7NE

Year 3 - Year 6 (ages 7-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Requires improvement

Jubilee Primary School

Maidstone, Kent - ME16 8PF

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“School leaders, governors and members of the Jubilee Primary School Trust have a clear and uncompromising vision for the school that promotes the achievement of every pupil within a caring community, based on Christian values. (Ofsted, 2017)”

PrimarySince 2014Ofsted: Outstanding

Kemsing Primary School

Sevenoaks, Kent - TN15 6PU

Year 1 - Year 6 (ages 5-11)

“At Kemsing Primary School we treat every child as an individual. We have high expectations that all of our children will excel and reach their full potential. The school prides itself on its welcoming and happy atmosphere and our emphasis is on excellence and enjoyment for all.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Kemsley Primary Academy

Sittingbourne, Kent - ME10 2RP

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At Kemsley, we are committed to continuous improvement where we are always striving to enhance our educational offer. We are also dedicated to growth mindset and model to our children, that as adults, we too are learning everyday.”

PrimarySince 2004No rating on record

Kennington Church of England Academy

Ashford, Kent - TN24 9AG

Year 3 - Year 6 (ages 7-11)

“Rooted in the teachings of Jesus, our vision and values are woven through all that we do at Kennington CE Academy. Following His example, everyone in our school community is loved and supported as part of an inclusive, joyful and aspirational community.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

King Ethelbert School

Birchington, Kent - CT7 9BL

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“King Ethelbert School is hugely popular with students who make strong academic progress regardless of their starting points.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

King's Farm Primary School

Gravesend, Kent - DA12 5JT

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“For many years King’s Farm has been known as “The Happy School” where the success of every child matters.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Kings Hill School Primary and Nursery

West Malling, Kent - ME19 4LS

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“We are set in the heart of the Kings Hill community and offer a unique and vibrant primary school experience with high expectations and a caring ethos. Our school is set in fantastic grounds and our forward thinking approach and dedicated staff aim to provide the best education for all.”

PrimarySince 1997Ofsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

Kingsdown and Ringwould Church of England Primary School

Deal, Kent - CT14 8DD

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Kingsdown and Ringwould CE Primary School is an accredited Thinking School which means that our approach to learning depends on us teaching the children ways to think for themselves in order to get the best from their education.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

Kingsnorth Church of England Primary School

Ashford, Kent - TN23 3EF

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Our school strives to serve the community by providing an excellent education for all pupils, of all abilities and backgrounds.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good