Herne Bay primary schools deliver exceptional results, with 100% rated Good or Outstanding, well above England's 90%. Herne Church of England Junior School, Thornden Wood Primary School, and Reculver Church of England Primary School are among the highest-performing options, with 76% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing and maths compared to 62% nationally. 23% achieve the higher standard, nearly triple the England average of 8%. With 7 schools serving this coastal town, families across Herne Bay, Beltinge, and Eddington benefit from strong academic foundations and welcoming school communities. Filter by Ofsted rating or use the comparison tool to shortlist schools that match your priorities.
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| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #2 | Thornden Wood Primary School | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | None | Good |
State • Primary • 4-11 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Herne Church of England Junior School | State | Primary | 7-11 years | Mixed | Church of England | Outstanding |
| N/A | Herne Church of England Infant and Nursery School | State | Primary | 3-7 years | Mixed | Church of England | Outstanding |
State • Primary • 7-11 years
State • Primary • 3-7 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #4 | Hampton Primary School | State | Primary | 3-11 years | Mixed | None | Good |
| #5 | Herne Bay Junior School | State | Primary | 7-11 years | Mixed | None | Good |
| N/A | Herne Bay Infant School | State | Primary | 2-7 years | Mixed | None | Good |
State • Primary • 3-11 years
State • Primary • 7-11 years
State • Primary • 2-7 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #3 | Reculver Church of England Primary School | State | Primary | 4-11 years | Mixed | Church of England | Outstanding |
State • Primary • 4-11 years
