Petham Primary School is a small, rural academy located in the village of Petham, Canterbury, Kent. Established in 1776, the school operates within the Our Community Multi Academy Trust (OCMAT) and caters to children aged 4 to 11 years. The school has a total of 103 pupils enrolled, with a capacity of 115, ensuring a close-knit learning environment. The gender distribution is approximately balanced, with 49 boys and 54 girls. Petham Primary serves its local community, drawing students from the surrounding areas. The school prides itself on its ethos of celebrating every child, fostering a nurturing, inclusive environment. Its motto, although not explicitly stated, is reflected in the commitment to create a positive and engaging learning atmosphere. Parents are encouraged to visit the school and experience its vibrant community firsthand.
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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 1 May 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
1 published inspection on file since November 2019.
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)· Section 8 (did not convert)