Folkestone St. Mary's Church of England Primary Academy is situated in Folkestone, Kent, serving a mixed-gender student population aged 2 to 11 years. As an academy converter, it operates with a total enrolment of approximately 416 pupils, close to its capacity of 420. The school has a strong Church of England religious character and aims to foster a nurturing environment. It is located in an urban setting and serves the local community, emphasizing the importance of family and community engagement in educational experiences. The school's motto of 'Friendship, Service, Forgiveness, and Compassion' encapsulates its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. Sections marked "AI summary" were written by AI (OpenAI GPT-4o) from these sources and are not individually checked by a person. Last verified 30 April 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
3 published inspections on file since November 2019.
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)· Full inspection
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Section 8 (did not convert)