Amherst School
Witches Lane, Sevenoaks, TN13 2AX
Age range
Ages 7 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
376
Headteacher
Mr Andrew Reid
Type
Primary
Ofsted
Good
Local authority
Kent
Academy
Yes
About Amherst School
Amherst School is a primary academy in Riverhead, Sevenoaks, serving pupils aged 7 to 11. It admits both boys and girls.
Learning and school life
The school emphasises inclusion, kindness, creativity and community. School life also includes 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. Support may include one-to-one or small-group support, support from external specialists and agencies and support for pupils with education, health and care plans. 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
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Specialisms
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Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Yes
After-school club
Yes
Amherst 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 Amherst School?
Amherst School is a primary academy. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does Amherst School cover?
Amherst School serves pupils aged 7 to 11.
What SEND support does Amherst School offer?
Amherst School is a mainstream school. Support includes one-to-one or small-group support, support from external specialists and agencies and support for pupils with education, health and care plans.
What is Amherst School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Amherst School Good after its inspection on 10 May 2022.
Where is Amherst School?
Amherst School is at Witches Lane, Riverhead, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 2AX.
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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