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Schools in Whitstable.

9 schools in Whitstable, Kent. 1 rated Outstanding by Ofsted. See them on the map, or open any school for admissions, results and contact details.

9 Total
7 Primary
1 Secondary
0 Grammar
1 Independent

About schools in Whitstable

Whitstable has 9 schools listed on Schools in Kent, covering the education stages represented locally. Families here can choose between 7 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 1 independent school 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 Whitstable 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 Whitstable as Good or Outstanding, including 1 judged Outstanding.

Local highlights include Whitstable and Seasalter CofE Junior School. You will also find 1 school with a sixth form within Whitstable, 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.

Schools by village near Whitstable

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

Parent FAQs

How many schools are there in Whitstable?

There are 9 schools in Whitstable covering 7 primary, 1 secondary and 1 independent.

Which are the best-rated schools in Whitstable?

Ofsted has judged 1 school in Whitstable as Outstanding: Whitstable and Seasalter CofE Junior School. Around 100% of inspected schools are rated Good or Outstanding overall.

Are there grammar schools in Whitstable?

Whitstable 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 Whitstable?

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 Whitstable 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.