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Primary schools in Herne Bay.

Every state primary, infant and junior school in Herne Bay, Kent. 6 schools with Ofsted ratings, admissions and contact details.

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About schools in Herne Bay

Herne Bay has 7 schools listed on Schools in Kent, across every stage of a child's education, from nursery and reception through to sixth form. Families here can choose between 6 primary schools, 1 secondary schools and 2 schools with dedicated SEND provision such as a specialist setting, SEN unit or resourced provision, giving parents genuine flexibility whether they are moving to the area or simply weighing up next steps. Many schools in Herne Bay publish SEND information. Support varies by school, so check each school's SEND section and speak to the SENCO about your child's needs. Ofsted currently rates 114% of inspected schools in Herne Bay as Good or Outstanding, including 3 judged Outstanding.

Local highlights include Hampton Primary School, Herne CofE Infant School and Reculver CofE Primary School. You will also find 1 schools with a sixth form within Herne Bay, which is useful if you are planning for the longer term. Use the interactive map to see catchment areas at a glance, filter by phase, or open any school for admissions, results, term dates, contact details and the latest Ofsted or ISI report. Every entry is independent and free to browse.

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Parent FAQs

How many schools are there in Herne Bay?

There are 7 schools in Herne Bay covering 6 primary and 1 secondary.

Which are the best-rated schools in Herne Bay?

Ofsted has judged 3 schools in Herne Bay as Outstanding: Hampton Primary School, Herne CofE Infant School and Reculver CofE Primary School. Around 114% of inspected schools are rated Good or Outstanding overall.

Are there grammar schools in Herne Bay?

Herne Bay itself does not have a selective grammar school listed, but families in the area often apply to grammar schools in nearby towns via the Kent Test.

How do school catchment areas work in Herne Bay?

Kent County Council does not use strict catchment areas for most community schools. Distance from home to the school is one of several oversubscription criteria, alongside siblings, looked-after status and, for faith schools, religious criteria. Always check each school's individual admissions policy.

Can I compare schools in Herne Bay side by side?

Yes. Tap "Add to compare" on any school card to line up Ofsted ratings, results, pupil numbers, admissions and facilities on our compare page.