Hythe Bay CofE Primary School
83%
Capacity
263
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Hythe Bay CofE Primary School
Hythe Bay CofE 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 263 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Hythe Bay CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Prout, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8354th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 35 in Folkestone and Hythe.
Hythe Bay CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 13 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 12 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hythe Bay CofE Primary School include Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Athletics, Gymnastics, Cricket, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Choir, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 41.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Folkestone and Hythe, Hythe Bay CofE 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 | Cinque Ports Avenue, Hythe, Folkestone and Hythe, CT21 6HS |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Prout |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 263 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 41.1% |
| School Capacity | 263 / 315 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (25 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 13 Apr 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8354th of 13,686
Nationally
1240th of 2,034
In South East
19th of 35
In Folkestone and Hythe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
58%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
58%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed13
28
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
12 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Cinque Ports Avenue, Hythe
Folkestone and Hythe, CT21 6HS
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