Stowting Church of England Primary School
98%
Capacity
103
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Stowting Church of England Primary School
Stowting 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 103 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Stowting Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Peter Hygate, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 92% 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 226th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 35 in Folkestone and Hythe.
Stowting Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 15 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
Stowting Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 94% recommending the school (51 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Stowting Church of England Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Rounders, Football, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Film Club, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Folkestone and Hythe, Stowting 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 | Stowting, Ashford, Folkestone and Hythe, TN25 6BE |
| Headteacher | Peter Hygate |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 103 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.8% |
| School Capacity | 103 / 105 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Jun 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (3 Jun 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Nov 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (92%)
226th of 13,686
Nationally
30th of 2,034
In South East
3rd of 35
In Folkestone and Hythe
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
92%
Expected Standard
23%
Higher Standard
'22/23
88%
'23/24
92%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
51 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed15
40
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stowting Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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Contact Information
Stowting, Ashford
Folkestone and Hythe, TN25 6BE
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