State School
Thurnham Church of England Infant School | Ofsted Ratings, Reviews, Exam Results & Admission 2026
Thurnham Church of England Infant School
Work here? Update your school profile
Thurnham Church of England Infant School
- Primary
- Bearsted ME14 4BL
1 schools in compare list
Ofsted report
Notify us of new Ofsted report
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
Quick insights from ofsted Powered by AI
This insight was generated by AI, based on latest Ofsted report.
Foundational Skills: Reading is prioritized with expert phonics teaching; pupils engage well in early years.
Success of the Curriculum: Every subject is well planned in an ambitious and inclusive curriculum.
Areas Needing Improvement: Art and design, computing need better linkage between activities and key knowledge.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Pupils achieve highly in mathematics and reading.
Support for Falling Behind: Strong one-to-one support helps pupils with tricky sounds; no pupil is left behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Positive learning atmosphere, brilliant behaviour but some respect issues towards property and adults.
Support for SEND Pupils: Staff skilfully identify needs and engage with parents; families are thankful for SENDCo's expertise.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Effective approach; bullying is extremely rare and dealt with effectively by leaders.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Pastoral care is impressive; physical, emotional and mental health of pupils prioritized.
Parent Feedback: Parents regard leaders highly and appreciate their dedication.
Extracurricular Activities: Wide variety of after-school clubs including street dance, mindfulness, football.
Outdoor Facilities: Improving outdoor provision to encourage positive interactions and play.
Teacher Engagement: Most staff feel well supported with workload and behaviour management.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers promote diversity and equality; pupils develop fluency and a love for reading.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Effective catch-up interventions; teachers bring meaningful learning into every area.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Some pupils do not concentrate well in group reading; respect towards adults needs improvement.
Historical Ofsted reports
Contact
Suggest an edit
About Us
Thurnham Church of England Infant School is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Kent, South East.
It has 271 students from age 5-7 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
Distance calculator
Simply click on 'Detect My Location' to find out the distance from your current location to the school.
Thurnham Church of England Infant School
Nearby Schools in Your Area
From the Thurnham Church of England Infant School
Our College At Thurnham Church Of England Infant School we aim to provide an environment in which everyone recognises they have a valuable role to play and in which learning will be an enjoyable, satisfying experience encompassing all aspects of development. We expect children to work hard and reach high standards of achievement relevant to their levels of ability. Through the strong Christian ethos of the school, we strive to provide a sense of tolerance and consideration for others in both the immediate and wider community.
Read more
Gallery
Compare with similar schools
| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
D-
|
B-
|
C+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-7 | 3-11 | 4-11 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.1 | 25.8 | 21.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | 108 | 106 |
| Proficient Read | - | 109 | 106 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
How Do We Calculate Rankings?
Our school rankings are meticulously determined through a rigorous process:
This meticulous process ensures our rankings provide accurate and meaningful insights for your school choices.
Admission
Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Thurnham Church of England Infant School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
