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St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School is a academy converter primary school in Folkestone, Kent , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 211 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

211

Pupils

210

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2019

St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School is managed by Kent and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 211 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Kent before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School — School Information

Full address
Church Street, Folkestone, CT20 1SE
Local authority
Kent
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
27.5% of pupils
DfE URN
139315

Other Primary Schools in Folkestone

If St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Folkestone are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School

Is St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School currently has 211 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 210 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School?

St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Kent before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School cover?

St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Folkestone, Kent, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School?

St Eanswythe's Church of England Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.