Elham Church of England Primary School
76%
Capacity
107
Pupils
6.0x
Demand
About Elham Church of England Primary School
Elham Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Folkestone and Hythe community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 107 pupils on roll, operating at 76% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Elham Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joe Magliocco, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12261st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 29th out of 35 in Folkestone and Hythe.
Elham Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 6 places, making it 6.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 6 were first-preference applications.
Elham Church of England Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Elham Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Library, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Dance, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Folkestone and Hythe, Elham 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 | Vicarage Lane, Canterbury, Folkestone and Hythe, CT4 6TT |
| Headteacher | Joe Magliocco |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 107 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.9% |
| School Capacity | 107 / 140 (76% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Jul 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 15 Feb 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12261st of 13,686
Nationally
1827th of 2,034
In South East
29th of 35
In Folkestone and Hythe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
42%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed6
36
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
6 families put this school as their 1st choice (17% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Elham Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Vicarage Lane, Canterbury
Folkestone and Hythe, CT4 6TT
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