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Schools in CT6

A postcode district in Kent

  • Postcode district
  • 24 schools and nurseries

In short: CT6 is a postcode district in Kent with 7 primary schools, 1 secondary school and 15 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries247 primary · 1 secondary · 15 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in CT6

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.

All CT6 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in CT6

7 in CT6, best first

Thornden Wood Primary School

Herne Bay, CT6 7RS · Academy · Primary · Ages 4 to 11

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

42 first choices, 60 offers made

Met the standard at 1181%

England 62%

Days missed
6.6%
Pupils
337
Pupils per teacher
20.0
View school Thornden Wood Primary School

Top Secondary Schools in CT6

1 in CT6, best first

Herne Bay High School

Herne Bay, CT6 7NS · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well below the England average.

249 first choices, 274 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1635.5

England 46.2

Days missed
9.7%
Pupils
1,507
Pupils per teacher
16.0
View school Herne Bay High School

Nurseries in CT6

15 in CT6, highest Ofsted grade first

Dan Dans Ltd

Herne Bay, CT6 7BH · Nursery

  • Ofsted:Outstanding

Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.

View school Dan Dans Ltd

Sixth Forms in CT6

1 in CT6, by the school's Eduscope score

Herne Bay High School

Herne Bay, CT6 7NS · Academy · Secondary · Ages 11 to 18

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well below the England average.

249 first choices, 274 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1635.5

England 46.2

Days missed
9.7%
Pupils
1,507
Pupils per teacher
16.0
View school Herne Bay High School

Special Schools in CT6

1 in CT6. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

SALT COLLEGE

Herne Bay, CT6 8JZ · Special · 16+ · Ages 16 to 24

  • No Ofsted grade yet

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

View school SALT COLLEGE
The map

Every school in CT6, 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.

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Herne Bay Infant School, GoodHerne Church of England Infant and Nursery School, Expected standard or betterHerne Church of England Junior School, OutstandingHerne Bay Junior School, Requires improvement in 3 areasHerne Bay High School, GoodHampton Primary School, Good or betterReculver Church of England Primary School, OutstandingThornden Wood Primary School, GoodAvenue Nursery & Forest School Limited, GoodTownsend Montessori @ Herne Bay, GoodCobnuts Woodland Nursery And Forest School, GoodGoldfinch Nursery, GoodKiddies Corner Day Care, GoodDan Dans Ltd, OutstandingJo Jo's Day Care Nursery Ltd., GoodSunshine Club, GoodLittle Explorers Day Care Kent (HB) Limited, GoodAvenue Nursery and Forest School, GoodHampton Nursery School, GoodBriary Pre-School, Strong standard in every areaSALT COLLEGELittle Acorns (Herne) Pre-School, OutstandingClub 4 Kids Childcare, OutstandingBeltinge and Reculver Day Nursery
  • Outstanding5
  • Good13
  • 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.

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What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every CT6 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

CT6 has 24 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 CT6

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Questions

Questions parents ask about CT6

How many schools are in CT6?

CT6 has 24 schools, including 7 primary schools, 1 secondary school, 15 nurseries, 1 special school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in CT6?

The highest-ranked schools in CT6 on Eduscope are Herne Church of England Junior School, Reculver Church of England Primary School, Thornden Wood 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 do I choose the right school in CT6?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 24 schools in CT6 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.

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