Cheriton Primary School
Church Road, Folkestone, CT20 3EP
Age range
Ages 4 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
404
Headteacher
Ms Sophia Dover
Type
Primary
Ofsted
Good
Local authority
Kent
About Cheriton Primary School
Cheriton Primary School is a primary school in Folkestone, Kent, serving pupils aged 4 to 11. It admits both boys and girls.
Learning and school life
The school emphasises inclusion and community. School life also includes outdoor learning, sport and physical education. The school has a breakfast club and an after-school club.
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
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Specialisms
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Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Yes
After-school club
Yes
Cheriton Primary 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 Cheriton Primary School?
Cheriton Primary School is a maintained primary school. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does Cheriton Primary School cover?
Cheriton Primary School serves pupils aged 4 to 11.
What SEND support does Cheriton Primary School offer?
Cheriton Primary School is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
What is Cheriton Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Cheriton Primary School Good after its inspection on 4 March 2025.
Where is Cheriton Primary School?
Cheriton Primary School is at Church Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3EP.
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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