St James the Great Academy
Chapman Way, East Malling, ME19 6SD
Age range
Ages 3 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
192
Headteacher
Miss Tamasin Springett
Type
Primary
Ofsted
Good
Local authority
Kent
Academy
Yes
About St James the Great Academy
St James the Great Academy is a primary academy in East Malling, Kent, serving pupils aged 3 to 11. It admits both boys and girls. The school has a nursery.
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
A-Level results
N/A
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
Please check with the school
The school hasn't confirmed this. Contact them directly.
Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
Yes
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
St James the Great Academy 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
Contact St James the Great Academy
Local help for families near St James the Great Academy
Tutors & 11+
Vetted tutors serving East Malling and surrounding villages, covering Kent Test, GCSE and A-Level.
Coming soonClubs & activities
Sport, arts, drama and holiday clubs near East Malling.
Coming soonParent services
Childminders, SEND support, family therapists and practical help for Kent parents.
Coming soonFrequently asked
What type of school is St James the Great Academy?
St James the Great Academy is a primary academy. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does St James the Great Academy cover?
St James the Great Academy serves pupils aged 3 to 11.
What SEND support does St James the Great Academy offer?
St James the Great Academy is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
What is St James the Great Academy's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated St James the Great Academy Good after its inspection on 13 September 2023.
Where is St James the Great Academy?
St James the Great Academy is at Chapman Way, East Malling, Kent, ME19 6SD.
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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