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Schools in Sheerness.

10 schools in Sheerness, Kent. See them on the map, or open any school for admissions, results and contact details.

10 Total
7 Primary
1 Secondary
0 Grammar
2 Independent

About schools in Sheerness

Sheerness has 10 schools listed on Schools in Kent, covering the education stages represented locally. Families here can choose between 7 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 2 independent schools and 4 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 Sheerness 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 60% of inspected schools in Sheerness as Good or Outstanding. 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.

Primary schools (7)

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Secondary schools (1)

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Special schools and SEND provision (2)

Independent schools (2)

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Schools by village near Sheerness

Villages and neighbourhoods in the Sheerness area, with every school we list in each one.

Parent FAQs

How many schools are there in Sheerness?

There are 10 schools in Sheerness covering 7 primary, 1 secondary and 2 independent.

Which are the best-rated schools in Sheerness?

Around 60% of inspected schools in Sheerness are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Open any school's profile to see the full inspection history.

Are there grammar schools in Sheerness?

Sheerness 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 Sheerness?

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 Sheerness 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.