Folkestone, St Martin's Church of England Primary School
93%
Capacity
196
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Folkestone, St Martin's Church of England Primary School
Folkestone, St Martin's 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 196 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Folkestone, St Martin's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Elizabeth Carter, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5430th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 35 in Folkestone and Hythe.
Folkestone, St Martin's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 89 applications for 30 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
Folkestone, St Martin's Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 90% recommending the school (41 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Folkestone, St Martin's Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, Library, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cross Country, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Folkestone and Hythe, Folkestone, St Martin's 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 | Horn Street, Folkestone, Folkestone and Hythe, CT20 3JJ |
| Headteacher | Elizabeth Carter |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 196 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.4% |
| School Capacity | 196 / 210 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5430th of 13,686
Nationally
754th of 2,034
In South East
14th of 35
In Folkestone and Hythe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
60%
'23/24
67%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
41 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
89
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Folkestone, St Martin's Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Horn Street, Folkestone
Folkestone and Hythe, CT20 3JJ
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