How many pupils does Sheldwich Primary School have?

Sheldwich Primary School has 262 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.

What is Sheldwich Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Sheldwich Primary School was rated Outstanding at its most recent Ofsted inspection (21 May 2024).

How does Sheldwich Primary School perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?

88% of pupils at Sheldwich Primary School met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.

Is Sheldwich Primary School part of an academy trust?

Yes — Sheldwich Primary School is part of SHELDWICH PRIMARY SCHOOL.

Where is Sheldwich Primary School?

Sheldwich Primary School is located at Lees Court Road, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0LU.

Sheldwich Primary School

Lees Court Road, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0LU

Outstanding

Inspected 21 May 2024

Outstanding

Ofsted

88%

KS2 expected

Primary

Phase

2–11

Ages

262

Pupils

Mixed

Gender

Academy converter

Type

About Sheldwich Primary School

Sheldwich Primary School is an academy converter in Faversham, Kent, England, for pupils aged 2–11. It has 262 pupils on roll. It is part of SHELDWICH PRIMARY SCHOOL. Its most recent Ofsted inspection (21 May 2024) rated it Outstanding. At the end of Key Stage 2, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths. 7.7% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 4.1% have English as an additional language.

School Information

Local Authority: Kent →
School Type: Academy converter
Phase: Primary
Age Range: Ages 2–11
Gender: Mixed
Pupils / Capacity: 262 / 210 (125%) · over capacity
Nursery: No Nursery Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Last Ofsted Inspection: 21 May 2024

Pupil profile

2023/24

Who attends this school — useful context if you’re considering teaching here.

7.7%

Free school meals

4.1%

EAL

0.8%

SEN support

6.5%

EHC plan

Source: DfE School Census, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Results & performance

2023/24

Official Department for Education results, pupil destinations and attendance.

SATs results (Key Stage 2)

88%

Expected standard (RWM)

19%

Higher standard (RWM)

110

Avg reading score

108

Avg maths score

Attendance

3.4%

Overall absence

4.7%

Persistent absence

Source: Department for Education performance tables, 2023/24, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Some independent schools’ qualifications (e.g. IGCSEs) are not all reflected in these figures.

Workforce

2024/25

Staffing at this school, with the trend over recent years — useful if you’re considering working here.

10.32

Teachers (FTE)

↓ -1.0 vs 2023/24

25.4

Pupils per teacher

↑ +2.6 vs 2023/24

8.25

Teaching assistants (FTE)

↑ +1.4 vs 2023/24

£48,898

Avg teacher salary

Mean · 18% on leadership pay

↑ +£3,304 vs 2023/24

Teacher vacancies

0% rate

→ 0 vs 2023/24

Leadership (FTE)

→ 0.0 vs 2023/24

Data for the 2024/25 academic year (trend lines show 3 years). Source: DfE School Workforce Census, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. State-funded schools only.

School finances

2024-25

How this school is funded and where the money goes — per pupil.

£5,924

Spend per pupil

£5,786

Income per pupil

45%

Spent on teaching staff

Source: DfE school finance returns (CFR for council-maintained schools, AAR for academies), 2024-25, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Per-pupil figures are calculated from total income/expenditure.

Contact Details

Address: Lees Court Road, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0LU
Phone: 01795532779
Headteacher: Sarah Garrett
Website: http://www.sheldwich.kent.sch.uk

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Frequently asked questions

What type of school is Sheldwich Primary School?: Sheldwich Primary School is an academy converter in Faversham, Kent, England, for pupils aged 2–11.
How many pupils does Sheldwich Primary School have?: Sheldwich Primary School has 262 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.
What is Sheldwich Primary School's Ofsted rating?: Sheldwich Primary School was rated Outstanding at its most recent Ofsted inspection (21 May 2024).
How does Sheldwich Primary School perform at Key Stage 2 (SATs)?: 88% of pupils at Sheldwich Primary School met the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Key Stage 2.
Is Sheldwich Primary School part of an academy trust?: Yes — Sheldwich Primary School is part of SHELDWICH PRIMARY SCHOOL.
Where is Sheldwich Primary School?: Sheldwich Primary School is located at Lees Court Road, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0LU.

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