Lyminge Church of England Primary School, Folkestone

In its own words: "They were chosen in partnership with the school community, with input from Parents, Governors, Staff and Children. When we reviewed this with the children, they were adamant they did not want them to change! When we share stories, we discuss ways we can see our Values."

From the headteacher's welcome: "We warmly welcome you to Lyminge Church of England Primary School; please read on to find out more about us. At Lyminge, our exciting curriculum is introduced through a termly 'Big Question.' Our skilled staff empower pupils to become confident, independent, well-rounded individuals with a deep and lifelong passion for learning."

Clubs and activities named on the school's website include hockey, gymnastics and multi-sports.

The school runs after-school care.

The school week is 32.5 hours a week.

Coming up: an open day on Friday 6 November 2026, an open day on Friday 13 November 2026, an open day on Friday 20 November 2026 and an open day on Friday 27 November 2026. Check the school's website before you go, as dates can change.

In 2025, 67% of Year 6 pupils at Lyminge Church of England Primary School reached the expected standard in reading and 50% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 77% and 73% in Kent and 77% and 75% across England.

Results fell from 91% in reading and 81% in maths in 2024.

With small year groups, a few pupils can move these figures by several points.

For September 2026 entry, 23 families put Lyminge Church of England Primary School as their first choice and 45 named it as one of their preferences, for 25 places offered. It had fewer first-choice applications than places. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.

The nearest other state primary schools to Lyminge Church of England Primary School are Elham Church of England Primary School (1.9 miles, Good, 80% reading, 73% maths); Stowting Church of England Primary School (2.5 miles, Good, 100% reading, 100% maths); The Churchill School (3.2 miles, 86% reading, 70% maths); and Harcourt Primary School (3.3 miles, Good, 62% reading, 65% maths).

Each of them had higher 2025 results than Lyminge Church of England Primary School.

11% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well below the average state school (25%), and 3.7% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

In 2026, 30 pupils (15.7%) received SEN support and 1 (0.5%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is autism.

The nearest railway station is Sandling Rail Station, about 2.8 miles away in a straight line.

6 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Wesley Terrace (opposite), 150 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 12 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, burglary and other theft. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Kent (101).

Lyminge Church of England Primary School recorded no suspensions or permanent exclusions in 2024/25.