St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
3.8x
Demand
About St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School
St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Folkestone and Hythe community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
the school is led by headteacher Claire Jacobs, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7473rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 35 in Folkestone and Hythe.
St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 115 applications for 30 places, making it 3.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 86% recommending the school (49 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Drama, Book Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Folkestone and Hythe, St Eanswythe's 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 Street, Folkestone, Folkestone and Hythe, CT20 1SE |
| Headteacher | Claire Jacobs |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.5% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (2 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7473rd of 13,686
Nationally
1060th of 2,034
In South East
16th of 35
In Folkestone and Hythe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
49 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
115
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
Church Street, Folkestone
Folkestone and Hythe, CT20 1SE
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