The Churchill School
81%
Capacity
341
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About The Churchill School
The Churchill 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 341 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated The Churchill School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Zoe Stone, it falls under Kent local authority.
The Churchill School is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 40 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
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 The Churchill School include Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Dance, Athletics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Choir, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Folkestone and Hythe, The Churchill 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 | Haven Drive, Folkestone, Folkestone and Hythe, CT18 7RH |
| Headteacher | Zoe Stone |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 341 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.6% |
| School Capacity | 341 / 420 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 May 2019Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (23 May 2019): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jun 2015. 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Haven Drive, Folkestone
Folkestone and Hythe, CT18 7RH
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