Sissinghurst CofE Primary School
Common Road, Cranbrook, TN17 2BH
Ofsted inspection
Rated across 5 areas
Inspected 29/04/2025 · Ofsted no longer gives a single grade
See the Ofsted ratingsPupils
201
Ages
4 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Age range
4 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
201
Headteacher
Mrs Sarah Holman
Type
Primary
Ofsted
Rated across 5 areas
Faith
Church of England
Local authority
Kent
About Sissinghurst CofE Primary School
Sissinghurst CofE Primary School is a primary school in Cranbrook, Kent, serving pupils aged 4 to 11. It admits both boys and girls. It is a Church of England school.
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.
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted did not give a single overall grade at this inspection (its policy from September 2024).
Quality of Education
How well pupils are taught and what they learn
Behaviour and Attitudes
How pupils behave and their attitude to learning
Personal Development
Support for pupils' wider growth and wellbeing
Leadership and Management
How well the school is run
Early Years
Quality of nursery and Reception
Based on the Ofsted inspection of 29/04/2025.
Sissinghurst CofE Primary School admissions and catchment area
No entrance test - you apply on the common application form
Sissinghurst CofE Primary School does not run its own entrance test. Places are allocated by Kent County Council using published oversubscription criteria. Oversubscription criteria usually cover looked-after children, siblings, distance from the school, and (for faith schools) faith criteria. As a Church of England school, faith-based criteria may apply in oversubscription - a supplementary information form is usually required.
Official links
Dates and criteria change each year - always confirm with the school and Kent County Council. KCC school admissions →
How to apply
1. Apply on the common application form (autumn term before Reception)
Complete the Primary Common Application Form on the Kent County Council website by mid-January - for September 2026 entry the window ran from Friday 7 November 2025 to Thursday 15 January 2026, and offers were emailed on Thursday 16 April 2026.
2. National Offer Day (mid-April)
You'll be told your allocated school by email - for 2026 entry KCC emailed offers on Thursday 16 April 2026 after 4pm, with offers visible online from 5pm.
3. Accept and, if needed, appeal
Accept your place by the given date. If you didn't get your preferred school, you have the right to appeal.
4. In-year admissions
Moving mid-year? Apply directly through Kent County Council's in-year admissions team, or in some cases direct to the school.
Didn't get a place? You can appeal
If Sissinghurst CofE Primary School is not offered on National Offer Day, you can appeal the decision. The appeal is heard by an independent panel and is free to submit.
How to appeal a school offerSissinghurst CofE Primary School results and attendance
KS2 results
A-Level results
N/A
Attendance
Free school meals
SEND support at Sissinghurst CofE Primary School
SEND setting
Mainstream school
For full details, visit the school's SEND information page.
Wraparound care and nursery at Sissinghurst CofE Primary School
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Yes
After-school club
Yes
Sissinghurst CofE Primary School term dates: Kent standard term dates for 2026/27
These are Kent County Council's standard term dates. Your school may use different dates and INSET days, so check the school's website before making plans.
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
Sissinghurst CofE Primary School: frequently asked questions
What type of school is Sissinghurst CofE Primary School?
Sissinghurst CofE Primary School is a maintained primary school. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does Sissinghurst CofE Primary School cover?
Sissinghurst CofE Primary School serves pupils aged 4 to 11.
What SEND support does Sissinghurst CofE Primary School offer?
Sissinghurst CofE Primary School is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
What Ofsted judgements has Sissinghurst CofE Primary School received?
Sissinghurst CofE Primary School has received Good and Outstanding Ofsted judgements. Its latest inspection was on 29 April 2025. Use the inspection link to read the full report.
Where is Sissinghurst CofE Primary School?
Sissinghurst CofE Primary School is at Common Road, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 2BH.
About this information. Compiled from published sources including the Department for Education, Ofsted and the school's own website. Last reviewed Summer 2026.
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