Littlebourne Church of England Primary School
99%
Capacity
104
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Littlebourne Church of England Primary School
Littlebourne Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Canterbury community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 104 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Littlebourne Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Hillier, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 53% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9925th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 30 in Canterbury.
Littlebourne Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 42 applications for 15 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
Littlebourne Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 79% recommending the school (19 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Littlebourne Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Athletics, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Film Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Canterbury, Littlebourne 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 | Church Road, Canterbury, Canterbury, CT3 1XS |
| Headteacher | Simon Hillier |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 104 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.7% |
| School Capacity | 104 / 105 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Oct 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Oct 2024): Some aspects not as strong
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (53%)
9925th of 13,686
Nationally
1474th of 2,034
In South East
23rd of 30
In Canterbury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
53%
Expected Standard
27%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
53%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
19 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
42
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 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 Littlebourne Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Road, Canterbury
Canterbury, CT3 1XS
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