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Pluckley Church of England Primary School provides a high quality education in an idyllic rural location.
We are at the heart of the community and are justly proud of our achievements. Please read below comments that have been made about our school from parents, pupils, Ofsted and others.
Comments from parents:
"COMMUNICATION WITH PARENTS IS GOOD, STAFF ARE ALWAYS FRIENDLY AND WELCOMING, ALWAYS GOING ABOVE AND BEYOND."
"MY CHILDREN LOVE SCHOOL, THE TEACHERS ARE AMAZING AND I HAVE COMPLETE TRUST."
"PROVIDING A HAPPY SAFE ENVIRONMENT WITH EXCELLENT PASTORAL CARE FOR MY CHILDREN TO LEARN IN."
"MY CHILDREN ARE NEW TO THE SCHOOL AND I AM SO HAPPY AND MY CHILDREN ARE HAPPY HERE, AND THEY HAVE A LOVELY TEACHER."
"THE SCHOOL HAS GREAT VALUES WHICH I HOPE WILL CONTINUE TO BE UPHELD, PLUCKLEY SCHOOL STRIVES TO ACHIEVE HIGH STANDARDS IN EDUCATION."
"BRILLIANT TEACHING!"
Comments from Ofsted:
"Pupils describe their school as being a happy, safe and inspiring place. They are committed to the school’s values, which are embedded in school life. Pupils feel that following these helps them to learn and to be good friends. This values-led approach is
indicative of the school’s high expectations. Behaviour is exemplary. There are clear expectations for pupils both in and outside of the classroom. As a result, learning time is
free from disruption. Throughout the school, pupils display positive attitudes to their education. This contributes to the school’s high standards of achievement.
Leadership opportunities are a central part of pupils’ experience. Whether as ambassadors, house captains or student governors, pupils play an active role in shaping school life. They take responsibility for organising games at breaktime and lunchtime.
Pupils enjoy raising money for charitable projects, such as through movie nights or bake sales. Older pupils welcome the chance to act as role models for their younger peers. Although it is a small school, pupils are encouraged to have ‘big ideas’. This begins from
the early years, where staff support children to be creative and curious. As a result, they make a strong start to their formal education."2024 Ofsted INSPECTION
"THIS SCHOOL IS A JOYFUL CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY. EVERYONE IS ACCEPTED, WELL CARED FOR AND LOVED. THE CHRISTIAN ETHOS IS IMPLICIT IN ALL THAT THE SCHOOL DOES. ITS PUPILS ARE CONFIDENT, ARTICULATE, REFLECTIVE AND KIND. THEY ARE WELL PREPARED TO CONTINUE WITH THE NEXT PHASE OF THEIR EDUCATION."
2013 CHURCH INSPECTION
Do you have a child starting school in September 2024?
Do you think Pluckley is the school for you?
If so, we would be delighted to introduce you and your child to our school; our Open Mornings for prospective Year R parents take place on:
- Wednesday 18th October at 10am
- Wednesday 1st November at 10am
- Wednesday 22nd November at 10am
If you would like to book a place on any of these visits - or you have any other questions - please do not hesitate to contact us
As well as our Reception Class intake each year in September, we also accept in year admissions. Please contact the school office on 01233 840422 or using office@pluckley-tkat.org to find out the current availability of places. If places are available, you will need to complete an In Year Admissions Form (IYAF).
After you have completed the form you will need to bring or send it to the school you're applying to.
Please Note - You need to fill in a separate form for each child and for each school you want to apply to.
Information About How To Apply For An In Year Admission Place.
If our school is oversubscribed we use the criteria set out in our admissions arrangements, to decide the order in which children are offered places.
If your child is due to start Primary school in September 2025, you can appeal if you are refused a place at one of your preferred schools on National Offer Day (Wednesday, 16 April 2025). You needed to submit your appeal before Tuesday, 20th May 2025 for it to be considered by Friday, 18th July 2025. Any appeals received after this time will be heard within 40 school days from the deadline, or where reasonably possible in line with updated guidance from the Department for Education.
For late applications, appeals should be heard within 40 school days from the deadline for lodging appeals where possible, or within 30 school days of the appeal being lodged where reasonably possible in line with updated guidance from the Department for Education.
If you have a child due to start school in September 2025 and are considering Pluckley Church of England Primary School please do not hesitate to get in contact to arrange for a tour or just to get more information.
