Mundella Primary School
81%
Capacity
171
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Mundella Primary School
Mundella Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Folkestone and Hythe community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 171 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Mundella Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lisa Paez and Lauren Wharmby ., it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 30% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13237th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 34th out of 35 in Folkestone and Hythe.
Mundella Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 20 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Mundella Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Tennis, as well as clubs including Choir, Coding, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 58.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Folkestone and Hythe, Mundella 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Black Bull Road, Folkestone, Folkestone and Hythe, CT19 5QX |
| Headteacher | Lisa Paez and Lauren Wharmby . |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 171 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 58.8% |
| School Capacity | 171 / 210 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Jun 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (30%)
13237th of 13,686
Nationally
1975th of 2,034
In South East
34th of 35
In Folkestone and Hythe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
30%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
30%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
48
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Black Bull Road, Folkestone
Folkestone and Hythe, CT19 5QX
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