Bridge and Patrixbourne Church of England Primary School
101%
Capacity
424
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Bridge and Patrixbourne Church of England Primary School
Bridge and Patrixbourne 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 424 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Bridge and Patrixbourne Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Tibbles, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 72% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3511th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 30 in Canterbury.
Bridge and Patrixbourne Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 155 applications for 60 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 56 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 Bridge and Patrixbourne Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Dance, Netball, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Science Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Canterbury, Bridge and Patrixbourne 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 | Conyngham Lane, Canterbury, Canterbury, CT4 5JX |
| Headteacher | James Tibbles |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 424 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.2% |
| School Capacity | 424 / 420 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (4 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 15 Oct 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (72%)
3511th of 13,686
Nationally
472nd of 2,034
In South East
6th of 30
In Canterbury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
72%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
84%
'23/24
72%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
155
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
56 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Conyngham Lane, Canterbury
Canterbury, CT4 5JX
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