Sandwich Infant School
69%
Capacity
116
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Sandwich Infant School
Sandwich Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dover community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 116 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Sandwich Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Leanne Bennett, it falls under Kent local authority.
Sandwich Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 56 applications for 30 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 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, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sandwich Infant School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Tennis, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Gardening, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dover, Sandwich Infant 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 | School Road, Sandwich, Dover, CT13 9HT |
| Headteacher | Leanne Bennett |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 116 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.0% |
| School Capacity | 116 / 168 (69% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Jan 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 17 May 2013. 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
56
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Road, Sandwich
Dover, CT13 9HT
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