Chartham Primary School
92%
Capacity
386
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Chartham Primary School
Chartham Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Canterbury community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 386 pupils on roll and is well-filled (92% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Chartham Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jamie Noble, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7830th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 30 in Canterbury.
Chartham Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 69 applications for 44 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Chartham Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Library, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Canterbury, Chartham 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Shalmsford Street, Canterbury, Canterbury, CT4 7QN |
| Headteacher | Jamie Noble |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 386 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.8% |
| School Capacity | 386 / 420 (92% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (7 Feb 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Feb 2016. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7830th of 13,686
Nationally
1130th of 2,034
In South East
15th of 30
In Canterbury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
52%
'23/24
60%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed44
69
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chartham Primary School
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Contact Information
Shalmsford Street, Canterbury
Canterbury, CT4 7QN
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