Thistle Hill Academy

About Thistle Hill Academy

Thistle Hill Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Swale community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 332 pupils on roll, operating at 79% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Thistle Hill Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Handebeaux, it falls under Kent local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4855th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 48 in Swale.

Thistle Hill Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 43 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.

Thistle Hill Academy parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 87% recommending the school (93 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Thistle Hill Academy include Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 48.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Swale, Thistle Hill Academy 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.

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