Barham Church of England Primary School
Valley Road, Barham, Barham C of E Primary School, Canterbury, CT4 6NXOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Barham Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Canterbury for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 692 schools in Kent. It ranks 13th of 27 primary schools in Canterbury. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in January 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 24 January 2023, report published 15 March 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 24 January 2023
A deep commitment to every pupil succeeding lies at the heart of this welcoming and joyful school. Pupils are taught the values of thankfulness, compassion, humility, endurance and service, which underpin every aspect of school life. They achieve well and feel safe. As one parent put it, 'Barham is a very nurturing school where pupils are taught by passionate and caring teachers.' Pupils value kindness. They are exceptionally respectful and kind to each other. As they get older, they act as 'buddies' for younger pupils, offering support on trips and with reading. There is a highly caring culture where bullying is never tolerated. When in need of help, pupils post a note in the 'I want my teacher to know' box. Teachers respond quickly to address any unkindness. A rich calendar of events and after-school clubs encourages all pupils to develop new talents. They participate enthusiastically in the annual drama production, inter- house music and dance competitions, talent shows and sports clubs. Within the school day, pupils have exceptional opportunities to enjoy a wide range of visits which broaden their experiences. As a result, they develop self-confidence and enter the next stage of their education as mature and responsible young citizens.
What the school should improve
- Assessment is not always used as effectively as it might be. As a result, some pupils do not recall multiplication tables or spelling facts as fluently as they could. Leaders should continue implementing their plans for improvement so that pupils fully retain important learning.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
31 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
210 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Barham Church of England Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aylesham Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Aylesham | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 71% met the expected standard |
| Adisham Church of England Primary School | 3 miles | Report card: Strong standard to exceptional | 75% met the expected standard |
| Bridge and Patrixbourne Church of England Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | 74% met the expected standard |
| Nonington Church of England Primary School | 3 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | 0% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Jo Duhig
- Phone
- 01227831312
- Address
- Valley Road, Barham, Barham C of E Primary School, Canterbury, CT4 6NX
- Local authority
- Kent
- URN
- 118653
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.