St Stephen's Junior School
113%
Capacity
407
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St Stephen's Junior School
St Stephen's Junior School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Canterbury community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 407 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 360 places).
Ofsted has rated St Stephen's Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Cutts Sarah Heaney, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9232nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 30 in Canterbury.
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 St Stephen's Junior School include Art Studios, Forest School, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Tennis, Athletics, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Eco Club, Chess and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.5%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Canterbury, St Stephen's Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hales Drive, Canterbury, Canterbury, CT2 7AD |
| Headteacher | Laura Cutts Sarah Heaney |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 407 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.5% |
| School Capacity | 407 / 360 (113% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9232nd of 13,686
Nationally
1375th of 2,034
In South East
21st of 30
In Canterbury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'23/24
56%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Stephen's Junior School
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Contact Information
Hales Drive, Canterbury
Canterbury, CT2 7AD
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