King Ethelbert School
Canterbury Road, Birchington, CT7 9BL
Age range
Ages 11 to 18
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
794
Headteacher
Mr Tom Sellen
Type
Secondary
Ofsted
Good
Local authority
Kent
Academy
Yes
Sixth form
Yes
About King Ethelbert School
King Ethelbert School is a secondary academy in Birchington, Kent, serving pupils aged 11 to 18. It admits both boys and girls. The school has a sixth form.
Learning and school life
The curriculum is designed for pupils in the school's age range.
SEND and information for families
This is a mainstream school. Parents should check the school's latest admissions policy and SEN information report for current details.
School admissions
Admissions assessment
No separate entrance assessment
School results & attendance
KS2 results
N/A
A-Level results
Not published
Attendance
100% − absence
Free school meals
SEND
SEND setting
Mainstream school
SEND provision
Please check with the school
The school hasn't confirmed this. Contact them directly.
Specialisms
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Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
King Ethelbert School term dates
Autumn 1 · 2026
1 Sep-23 Oct
Autumn 2 · 2026
2 Nov-18 Dec
Spring 1 · 2027
4 Jan-12 Feb
Spring 2 · 2027
22 Feb-25 Mar
Summer 1 · 2027
12 Apr-28 May
Summer 2 · 2027
7 Jun-21 Jul
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Coming soonFrequently asked
What type of school is King Ethelbert School?
King Ethelbert School is a secondary academy. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does King Ethelbert School cover?
King Ethelbert School serves pupils aged 11 to 18.
What SEND support does King Ethelbert School offer?
King Ethelbert School is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
What is King Ethelbert School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated King Ethelbert School Good after its inspection on 4 June 2024.
Where is King Ethelbert School?
King Ethelbert School is at Canterbury Road, Birchington, Kent, CT7 9BL.
About this information. Compiled from published sources including the Department for Education, Ofsted and the school's own website. Last reviewed July 2026.
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