Adisham Church of England Primary School
97%
Capacity
102
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Adisham Church of England Primary School
Adisham Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Canterbury community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 102 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 105 places).
the school is led by headteacher Sophie Metcalf, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7145th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 13th out of 30 in Canterbury.
Adisham Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 15 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Adisham Church of England Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Dance, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Drama, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.5%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Canterbury, Adisham Church of England Primary School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | The Street, Canterbury, Canterbury, CT3 3JW |
| Headteacher | Sophie Metcalf |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 102 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.5% |
| School Capacity | 102 / 105 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (29 Nov 2023): School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Sept 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7145th of 13,686
Nationally
1007th of 2,034
In South East
13th of 30
In Canterbury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
89%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
54
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (30% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Adisham Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
The Street, Canterbury
Canterbury, CT3 3JW
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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