Joy Lane Primary School
Joy Lane, Whitstable, CT5 4LT
Age range
Ages 1 to 11
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
619
Headteacher
Ms Debra Hines
Type
Primary
Ofsted
Good
Local authority
Kent
About Joy Lane Primary School
Joy Lane Primary School is a primary school in Whitstable, Kent, serving pupils aged 1 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
It is a mainstream school with resourced SEND provision. The school's SEND information covers autism. 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 with resourced provision
SEND provision
Resourced provision: resourced provision capacity 30; ASD - Autistic Spectrum Disorder
Specialisms
Autism
Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
Yes
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
Joy Lane 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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Vetted tutors serving Whitstable and surrounding villages, covering Kent Test, GCSE and A-Level.
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Sport, arts, drama and holiday clubs near Whitstable.
Coming soonParent services
Childminders, SEND support, family therapists and practical help for Kent parents.
Coming soonFrequently asked
What type of school is Joy Lane Primary School?
Joy Lane Primary School is a maintained primary school. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does Joy Lane Primary School cover?
Joy Lane Primary School serves pupils aged 1 to 11.
What SEND support does Joy Lane Primary School offer?
Joy Lane Primary School is a mainstream school with resourced SEND provision. Areas of SEND support include autism.
What is Joy Lane Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated Joy Lane Primary School Good after its inspection on 24 April 2024.
Where is Joy Lane Primary School?
Joy Lane Primary School is at Joy Lane, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 4LT.
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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