Riverhead Infants' School
97%
Capacity
263
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Riverhead Infants' School
Riverhead Infants' School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Sevenoaks community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 263 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Riverhead Infants' School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew King, it falls under Kent local authority.
Riverhead Infants' School is a popular choice with families — it received 205 applications for 90 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 104 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Riverhead Infants' School include Library, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 3.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Sevenoaks, Riverhead Infants' 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Worships Hill, Riverhead, Sevenoaks, TN13 2AS |
| Headteacher | Andrew King |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 263 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 3.0% |
| School Capacity | 263 / 270 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
205
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
104 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Worships Hill, Riverhead
Sevenoaks, TN13 2AS
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