- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
38 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1180%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.0%
- Pupils
- 210
- Pupils per teacher
- 24.4
Schools in CT1
A postcode district in Kent
- Postcode district
- 26 schools and nurseries
In short: CT1 is a postcode district in Kent with 8 primary schools, 10 secondary schools and 10 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries268 primary · 10 secondary · 10 nurseries
Top-rated
All CT1 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in CT1
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in CT1
8 in CT1, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
29 first choices, 30 offers made
Met the standard at 1163%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.4%
- Pupils
- 208
- Pupils per teacher
- 21.7
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 4 areas
Results above the England average.
66 first choices, 60 offers made
Met the standard at 1166%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.1%
- Pupils
- 429
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.4
Top Secondary Schools in CT1
10 in CT1, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
145 first choices, 125 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1666.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 4.6%
- Pupils
- 995
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.8
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
199 first choices, 166 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1666.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.5%
- Pupils
- 1,258
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.6
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
202 first choices, 166 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1645.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.0%
- Pupils
- 1,116
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.7
Nurseries in CT1
10 in CT1, highest Ofsted grade first
Stepping Stones Pre-School
Canterbury, CT1 3JN · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Bovan Creek
Canterbury, CT1 1NG · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Bright Horizons Canterbury Day Nursery and Preschool
Canterbury, CT1 1SW · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in CT1
8 in CT1, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
145 first choices, 125 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1666.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 4.6%
- Pupils
- 995
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.8
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
199 first choices, 166 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1666.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 6.5%
- Pupils
- 1,258
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.6
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
202 first choices, 166 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1645.0
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.0%
- Pupils
- 1,116
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.7
Special Schools in CT1
4 in CT1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Haven Nook
Canterbury, CT1 2QD · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 19
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Newingate School
Canterbury, CT1 3DT · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 35
- Pupils per teacher
- –
St Nicholas' School
Canterbury, CT1 3JJ · Special · All-through · Ages 4 to 19
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- 11.1%
- Pupils
- 402
- Pupils per teacher
- 6.8
Private Schools in CT1
4 in CT1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Haven Nook
Canterbury, CT1 2QD · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 19
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Newingate School
Canterbury, CT1 3DT · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 35
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The King's School Canterbury
Canterbury, CT1 2ES · Independent · Secondary · Ages 13 to 19
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 985
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in CT1, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Outstanding1
- Good19
- Not graded yet6
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every CT1 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
CT1 has 26 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in CT1
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about CT1
Nearby areas
How many schools are in CT1?
CT1 has 26 schools, including 8 primary schools, 10 secondary schools, 10 nurseries, 4 independent schools, 4 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in CT1?
The highest-ranked schools in CT1 on Eduscope are Barton Court Grammar School, Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School, St Thomas' Catholic Primary School, Canterbury. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in CT1?
There are 4 independent schools in CT1. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in CT1 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in CT1?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 26 schools in CT1 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.