Best Private Schools in Folkestone
2 private schools found
Key Facts
- In Folkestone, 2 independent schools (3.4% of 58) cater to 161 pupils, reflecting a small but notable presence in the town's educational landscape.
- Both inspected independent schools in Folkestone achieved Good or Outstanding ratings, with 0 Outstanding and 2 Good, showcasing a high standard of education.
- The independent schools in Folkestone have 0.0% of pupils eligible for free school meals, compared to the national average of 23.8%, indicating a different demographic profile.
- Pupils in Folkestone's independent schools have an Attainment 8 score of 10.58, and 18.6% have special educational needs, highlighting specific support requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 2 private schools in Folkestone, including state-funded, academies, and independent schools.
Area Benchmarks
| Metric | Folkestone | England |
|---|---|---|
| Primary ResultsKS2 Expected Standard | 57% | 61% |
| Secondary ResultsProgress 8 | -0.37 | +0.00 |
| Attainment 8 | 10.6 | 46.1 |
| AttendancePersistent Absence | 22% | 20% |
| ResourcesPupil-Teacher Ratio | 18.8:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Spending per Pupil | £8,986 | £7,460 |
About This Data
- •School information is sourced from Get Information About Schools (GIAS), the official UK government register maintained by the Department for Education.
- •Inspection ratings are from Ofsted (state schools) and ISI (independent schools).
- •Performance data includes Key Stage 2, GCSE, and A-Level results from the Department for Education.