St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Church Street Folkestone Kent CT20 1SE |
| Phone | 01303255516 |
| Reference Number | 139315 |
St Eanswythe’s Church of England Primary School continues to perform well, maintaining the high standards observed in its previous inspection. The school prioritizes pupils' well-being, providing a caring and safe environment where students thrive both academically and socially. With a robust curriculum and a focus on meaningful activities, pupils are engaged and motivated to learn, as shown in their high-quality presentations and performances. Additionally, their exemplary behavior contributes to a positive school atmosphere, promoting cooperation among students of different ages.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 211 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 46.92%
Girls: 53.08% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 27.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 20.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 30.2 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 30 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 30.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17 | 13 | 30 |
| 2 | 12 | 18 | 30 |
| 3 | 16 | 15 | 31 |
| 4 | 14 | 16 | 30 |
| 5 | 14 | 15 | 29 |
| 6 | 13 | 18 | 31 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 67.8% |
| White, Other | 10% |
| Mixed, Other | 4.3% |
| Indian | 3.8% |
| White & Asian | 2.8% |
| African | 1.9% |
| Asian, Other | 1.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.5% |
| Irish | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 01 Apr 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 01 Apr 2025 | School inspection |
| 12 Mar 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Mar 2018 | Short inspection |
| 14 Nov 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Feb 2013 | Academy conversion letter |
| 15 Jul 2010 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School | |
| 15 Jul 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Jun 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Jun 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 19 Mar 2001 | Full inspection |
| 19 Mar 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils thrive in a welcoming and caring environment.
- Exceptional behavior and pride in doing the right thing.
- Strong emphasis on reading and mathematical knowledge.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs.
- Wide range of cultural and extracurricular opportunities.
Areas for Improvement
- The quality of writing produced by some pupils is inconsistent.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 68% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 6% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 106 | ||
| Maths | 104 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.7 | ||
| Writing | -0.1 | ||
| Maths | 0 |
How many students meet the standards
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 32 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 42 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Folkestone, St Peter's Church of England Primary School
The Durlocks, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 6AL |
0.28 miles |
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Christ Church Cep Academy, Folkestone
Brockman Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 1DJ |
0.38 miles |
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Mundella Primary School
Black Bull Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5QX |
0.64 miles |
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Folkestone St. Mary's Church of England Primary Academy
Warren Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 6QH |
0.72 miles |
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Stella Maris Catholic Primary School
Parkfield Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5BY |
0.72 miles |
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Castle Hill Community Primary School
Sidney Street, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 6HG |
0.74 miles |
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Martello Primary
Warren Way, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 6DT |
0.92 miles |
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Folkestone Primary
Academy Lane, Folkestone, CT19 5FP |
1.12 miles |
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Sandgate Primary School
Coolinge Lane, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3QU |
1.32 miles |
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Morehall Primary School and Nursery
Morehall Primary School and Nursery, Chart Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 4PN |
1.5 miles |
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All Soul's Church of England Primary School
Stanley Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 4LG |
1.86 miles |
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Harcourt Primary School
Biggins Wood Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 4NE |
2.06 miles |
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Cheriton Primary School
Church Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3EP |
2.27 miles |
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Capel-le-Ferne Primary School
Capel Street, Capel-le-Ferne, Folkestone, Kent, CT18 7HB |
2.35 miles |
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Folkestone, St Martin's Church of England Primary School
Horn Street, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3JJ |
2.52 miles |
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The Churchill School
Haven Drive, Hawkinge, Folkestone, Kent, CT18 7RH |
2.53 miles |
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Hawkinge Primary School
Canterbury Road, Hawkinge, Folkestone, Kent, CT18 7BN |
2.61 miles |
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Seabrook Church of England Primary School
Seabrook Road, Hythe, Kent, CT21 5RL |
2.73 miles |
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Saltwood CofE Primary School
Grange Road, Saltwood, Hythe, Kent, CT21 4QS |
4.45 miles |
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Hythe Bay CofE Primary School
Cinque Ports Avenue, Hythe, Kent, CT21 6HS |
4.59 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Compass Community School Coastal Park
18 Wiltie Gardens, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5AX |
0.53 miles |
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Earlscliffe (Sussex Summer Schools Ltd)
29 Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2NB |
0.79 miles |
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School of English Studies
26 Grimston Gardens, Folkestone, CT20 2PY |
0.84 miles |
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The Beacon Folkestone
Park Farm Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5DN |
0.87 miles |
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Folkestone Academy
Academy Lane, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5FP |
1.12 miles |
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The Harvey Grammar School
Cheriton Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT19 5JY |
1.19 miles |
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The Folkestone School for Girls
Coolinge Lane, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3RB |
1.35 miles |
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Turner Free School
Tile Kiln Lane, Cheriton, Folkestone, CT19 4PB |
1.65 miles |