Wincheap Foundation Primary School
98%
Capacity
429
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Wincheap Foundation Primary School
Wincheap Foundation Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Canterbury community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 429 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 440 places).
Ofsted has rated Wincheap Foundation Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Dawson, 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 9003rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 30 in Canterbury.
Wincheap Foundation Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 121 applications for 59 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Wincheap Foundation Primary School include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, Outdoor Playground.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Tennis, Cricket, Dance, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Canterbury, Wincheap Foundation 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 | None |
| Address | Hollow Lane, Canterbury, Canterbury, CT1 3SD |
| Headteacher | Nicola Dawson |
| Local Authority | Kent |
| Number of Pupils | 429 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.7% |
| School Capacity | 429 / 440 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Dec 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jun 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9003rd of 13,686
Nationally
1349th of 2,034
In South East
20th 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
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
54%
'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
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
121
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hollow Lane, Canterbury
Canterbury, CT1 3SD
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