Holywell Primary School
Forge Lane, Upchurch, Sittingbourne, ME9 7AEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Holywell Primary School is a primary school in Sittingbourne for ages 5 to 11. It is one of the 692 schools in Kent. It ranks 2nd of 23 primary schools in Sittingbourne. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in April 2013.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 24 April 2013, report published 17 May 2013
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 3 July 2024
Pupils cannot wait to get into school when they arrive in the morning. They are eager for the day ahead, excited by the challenges of the curriculum and what their teachers have in store for them. Pupils learn an ambitious curriculum that is enriched by a wide variety of interesting experiences. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary. They apply themselves to their learning, working hard and with enthusiasm. Pupils develop a good understanding of the subjects they study and are keen to talk about their learning. The school has a very inclusive culture. Pupils are respectful of people's differences. Being different in this school is something to be celebrated. Pupils are fiercely opposed to discrimination of any kind. They are passionate about championing the rights of everyone. Pupils get along well. They are taught to manage any disagreements maturely and are given strategies to use if they have any disagreements with their friends. This means that pupils are confident and resilient to cope when things go wrong. If they are unable to resolve their problems their teachers are quick to respond with the help they need. Pupils also appreciate 'talk time' with a trusted adult if they are feeling upset or worried.
What the school should improve
- Some pupils are not yet secure in their use of important elements of writing, including spelling, punctuation and handwriting. Consequently, some pupils' writing can contain several errors in these areas. The school needs to ensure that writing is taught consistently well so that pupils secure this important knowledge and apply it fluently.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
31 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
212 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Holywell Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Halstow Primary School | 1 mile | Ofsted judgements: Good to outstanding | 33% met the expected standard |
| Riverside Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 56% met the expected standard |
| Newington Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 73% met the expected standard |
| Hartlip Endowed Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Report card: Expected standard | 53% met the expected standard |
| St Margaret's Church of England Junior School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 67% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- EKC SCHOOLS TRUST LIMITED
- Age range
- 5 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Nicky Murrell
- Phone
- 01634388416
- Address
- Forge Lane, Upchurch, Sittingbourne, ME9 7AE
- Local authority
- Kent
- URN
- 147752
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.