Castle Hill Community Primary School
102%
Capacity
414
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Castle Hill Community Primary School
Castle Hill Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Folkestone and Hythe community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 414 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 406 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Castle Hill Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Peter Talbot, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 45% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11666th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 35 in Folkestone and Hythe.
Castle Hill Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 36 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Castle Hill Community Primary School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Football, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 59.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Folkestone and Hythe, Castle Hill Community 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Sidney Street, Folkestone, Folkestone and Hythe, CT19 6HG |
| Headteacher | Peter Talbot |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 414 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 59.4% |
| School Capacity | 414 / 406 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (45%)
11666th of 13,686
Nationally
1759th of 2,034
In South East
28th of 35
In Folkestone and Hythe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
45%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
45%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sidney Street, Folkestone
Folkestone and Hythe, CT19 6HG
Journey to School
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