Herne CofE Infant School
Palmer Close, Herne Bay, CT6 7AH
Age range
Ages 3 to 7
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
308
Headteacher
Mrs E Thomas-Friend
Type
Primary
Ofsted
Outstanding
Faith
Church of England
Local authority
Kent
About Herne CofE Infant School
Herne CofE Infant School is a primary school in Herne, Herne Bay, serving pupils aged 3 to 7. It admits both boys and girls. It is a Church of England school. The school has a nursery.
Learning and school life
The curriculum is designed for pupils in the school's age range. The school has 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
N/A
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
Yes
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Yes
Herne CofE Infant 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 Herne CofE Infant School?
Herne CofE Infant School is a maintained primary school. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does Herne CofE Infant School cover?
Herne CofE Infant School serves pupils aged 3 to 7.
What SEND support does Herne CofE Infant School offer?
Herne CofE Infant School is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
What is Herne CofE Infant School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Herne CofE Infant School Outstanding after its inspection on 6 May 2026.
Where is Herne CofE Infant School?
Herne CofE Infant School is at Palmer Close, Herne, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7AH.
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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