- Ofsted:Strong standard or better
Results well above the England average.
16 first choices, 15 offers made
Met the standard at 1175%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.6%
- Pupils
- 101
- Pupils per teacher
- 19.4
Schools in CT3
A postcode district in Kent
- Postcode district
- 21 schools and nurseries
In short: CT3 is a postcode district in Kent with 13 primary schools and 8 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries2113 primary · 8 nurseries
Top-rated
All CT3 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in CT3
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 CT3
13 in CT3, best first
- Ofsted:Outstanding in every area
Results close to the England average.
24 first choices, 20 offers made
Met the standard at 1163%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.4%
- Pupils
- 129
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.6
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Results well above the England average.
25 first choices, 15 offers made
Met the standard at 1171%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.9%
- Pupils
- 106
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.3
Nurseries in CT3
8 in CT3, highest Ofsted grade first
Chislet & District Playgroup
Canterbury, CT3 4LA · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Kaleidascope Childcare
Canterbury, CT3 3AS · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Littlebourne Ladybirds Pre-School
Canterbury, CT3 1XS · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Private Schools in CT3
1 in CT3. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
St Faith's At Ash School Limited
Canterbury, CT3 2HH · Independent · Primary · Ages 2 to 11
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 190
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in CT3, 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.
- Good10
- Not graded yet11
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 CT3 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
CT3 has 21 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 CT3
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 CT3
Nearby areas
How many schools are in CT3?
CT3 has 21 schools, including 13 primary schools, 8 nurseries, 1 independent school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in CT3?
The highest-ranked schools in CT3 on Eduscope are Adisham Church of England Primary School, Preston Primary School, Hoath Primary School. 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 CT3?
There is 1 independent school in CT3. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare it on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in CT3?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 21 schools in CT3 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.