Wickhambreaux Church of England Primary School
93%
Capacity
107
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Wickhambreaux Church of England Primary School
Wickhambreaux Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Canterbury community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 107 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 115 places).
the school is led by headteacher Lisa Crosbie, it falls under Kent local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12184th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 30 in Canterbury.
Wickhambreaux Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 31 applications for 14 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
Wickhambreaux Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (45 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wickhambreaux Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Swimming, as well as clubs including Drama, Art Club, Science Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.3%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Canterbury, Wickhambreaux 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 | The Street, Canterbury, Canterbury, CT3 1RN |
| Headteacher | Lisa Crosbie |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 107 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.3% |
| School Capacity | 107 / 115 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Apr 2025Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (42%)
12184th of 13,686
Nationally
1815th of 2,034
In South East
27th of 30
In Canterbury
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
42%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
42%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
45 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed14
31
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (32% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wickhambreaux Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
The Street, Canterbury
Canterbury, CT3 1RN
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Opening Hours
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