Sellindge Primary School
91%
Capacity
192
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Sellindge Primary School
Sellindge Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Folkestone and Hythe community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 192 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Sellindge Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Wren, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 89% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 361st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 35 in Folkestone and Hythe.
Sellindge Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 28 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), 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 Sellindge Primary School include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Netball, Football, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Coding, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Folkestone and Hythe, Sellindge 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Main Road, Ashford, Folkestone and Hythe, TN25 6JY |
| Headteacher | Joanne Wren |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 192 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.0% |
| School Capacity | 192 / 210 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (89%)
361st of 13,686
Nationally
42nd of 2,034
In South East
4th of 35
In Folkestone and Hythe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
89%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
89%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Main Road, Ashford
Folkestone and Hythe, TN25 6JY
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