Schools in Margate.
13 schools in Margate, Kent. 2 rated Outstanding by Ofsted. See them on the map, or open any school for admissions, results and contact details.
About schools in Margate
Margate has 13 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 8 primary schools, 1 secondary schools, 3 independent schools and 6 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 Margate 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 100% of inspected schools in Margate as Good or Outstanding, including 2 judged Outstanding.
Local highlights include Palm Bay Primary School and St Gregory's Catholic Primary School. You will also find 1 schools with a sixth form within Margate, 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.
What parents should know about Margate
Margate has seen significant regeneration and a notable influx of families from London, which has changed the profile of its schools. It sits at the northern tip of Thanet, with Broadstairs and Ramsgate a short journey away and shared secondary provision across all three.
Several Margate schools have joined academy trusts or changed trust in recent years. Where you see an older inspection date on a profile, it is worth checking whether the school has since converted, because that resets the Ofsted inspection cycle.
Primary schools (8)
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GoodCT9 3LY
Cliftonville Primary School
PrimaryAges 3 to 11Mixed- DGood
CT9 2SP
Drapers Mills Primary Academy
PrimaryAges 2 to 11Mixed 
GoodCT9 5PA
Garlinge Primary and Nursery School
PrimaryAges 3 to 11Mixed
GoodCT9 1LU
Margate Holy Trinity and St John's CofE Primary Schoo
PrimaryAges 4 to 11Mixed- NGood
CT9 3RE
Northdown Primary School
PrimaryAges 3 to 11Mixed - PGood / Outstanding
CT9 3PP
Palm Bay Primary School
PrimaryAges 5 to 11Mixed - SGood
CT9 4DB
Salmestone Primary School
PrimaryAges 3 to 11Mixed - SGood / Outstanding
CT9 4BU
St Gregory's Catholic Primary School
PrimaryAges 4 to 11Mixed
Secondary schools (1)
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Special schools and SEND provision (4)
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How many schools are there in Margate?
There are 13 schools in Margate covering 8 primary, 1 secondary and 3 independent.
Which are the best-rated schools in Margate?
Ofsted has judged 2 schools in Margate as Outstanding: Palm Bay Primary School and St Gregory's Catholic Primary School. Around 100% of inspected schools are rated Good or Outstanding overall.
Are there grammar schools in Margate?
Margate 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 Margate?
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 Margate 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.
Have Margate schools improved in recent years?
There has been substantial investment and academy trust change across Thanet, and inspection outcomes vary school by school. Rather than generalising, open each school profile on this page and read its most recent inspection outcome and the date it was given.
Can Margate children attend Thanet grammar schools?
Yes. Thanet's selective schools serve the whole isle including Margate, with entry through the Kent Test. As always, passing the test qualifies your child for consideration and each school then applies its own oversubscription criteria.